Illinois
Albion is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,107. Residents earn $56,172 per year, which is 25% below the national average.
Based on current data, Albion receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Albion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Albion is $56,172, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Albion is $93,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $808 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Albion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 96.2% |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 3.8% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,172 |
| 25% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,453 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $842 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,552 |
| Unemployment | 5.8% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.9% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 147 |
| County GDP | $321M |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Healthcare | 8 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,060 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $93,000 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $148,632 |
| Census Median Rent | $808 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,060 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
| Obesity | 41.2% |
| 28% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.9% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.8% |
| Depression | 26.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.8% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,576/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 527 ft (161 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 985/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3766°N, 88.0576°W |
| County FIPS | 17047 |
Winner: Republican by 71.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.7% |
| 59% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 93.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 985/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 8 |
| Restaurants | 6 |
| Retail Stores | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |