Alexis, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Alexis is a small town in Illinois with a population of 719. Residents earn $79,583 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
719 Population 1,498/sq mi density
$79,583 Median Income $33,375 per capita
$89,900 Home Value $147,930 Zillow
$731 Median Rent 28.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,583 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,900 home value, $731/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,583
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $89,900
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $731
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population719
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density1,498/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,583
Per Capita$33,375
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$590M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,900
Rent$731
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,930
Housing Units351
Rent Burden28.5%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation698 ft (213 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.8%
Libraries4

Is Alexis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alexis receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Alexis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alexis is $79,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alexis is $89,900, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $731 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Alexis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alexis has a population of 719 with a density of 1,498 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

719
Total Population
1,498
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Alexis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alexis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alexis is $79,583, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Alexis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,583
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,375
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Alexis is $89,900, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $731 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,930.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,900
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,930

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$731
37% below US avg
Rent Burden28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.6%
Housing Units351
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate5.49%
In Alexis, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.5%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Alexis has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation698 ft (213 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,498/sq mi
Coordinates41.0629°N, 90.5554°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 83.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,498/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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