Albers, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Albers is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,428. Residents earn $116,691 per year, which is 55% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,428 Population 1,442/sq mi density
$116,691 Median Income $47,639 per capita
$209,000 Home Value $249,803 Zillow
$1,080 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$116,691 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,000 home value, $1,080/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $116,691
55% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,000
26% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.5%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,080
7% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

How Albers Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,428
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density1,442/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$116,691
Per Capita$47,639
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,000
Rent$1,080
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,803

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation441 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.5%
High School+95.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Libraries5

Is Albers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Albers receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Albers stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Albers is $116,691, which is significantly higher than the national average — 55% above $75,149. This places Albers among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Albers is $209,000, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,080 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Albers is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Albers enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Albers has a population of 1,428 with a density of 1,442 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

1,428
Total Population
1,442
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Albers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Albers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Albers is $116,691, which is 55% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Albers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$116,691
55% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,639
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$80,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)940
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail136
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Albers is $209,000, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,080 (7% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,000
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,080
7% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Albers, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Albers vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Albers has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Albers vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Albers has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,442/sq mi
Coordinates38.5436°N, 89.6173°W
County FIPS17027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.5%
21% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,442/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home10.4%

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