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2026 Compare Cities Economy:
Alton, IL vs Brooklyn, IL

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- Household income in Brooklyn, is 0% more than it is in Alton and is % the National Average.
- Alton unemployment rate is 8.2%.
- Brooklyn unemployment rate is 6.7%.
 Alton, ILBrooklyn, ILUnited States
 Unemployment Rate  Unlock6.7%6.0%
 Recent Job Growth  Unlock2.1%1.6%
 Future Job Growth28.5%  Unlock33.5%
 Sales Taxes7.9%  Unlock6.2%
 Income Taxes  Unlock5.0%4.6%
 Income per Cap.$25,810  Unlock$37,638
Household Income45225 69021
Reviews for Alton    7 Reviews

My wife, daughter, and I moved here from Phoenix Metro March 2022 and have been very happy with our move. The people have been great, having four seasons is great, and  More

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Over 3 years ago

Not sure why such low reviews. I moved here from St. Louis. Crime in Alton is NOTHING compared to that. Maybe 1 or 2 homicides a year and those are generally people  More

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Over 11 years ago

Unfortunately, Alton has become a run down, poverty stricken area. Jobs are very limited and do not pay well. Unless you plan on commuting to St. Louis for work, you  More

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Reviews for Brooklyn    1 Reviews

Brooklyn is waking up after a long long sleep! The Historical Society of Brooklyn llinois was founded July 23, 2007. The history of the town can be found on the website:  More

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