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Alhambra, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Alhambra is a small town in Illinois with a population of 608. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
608 Population 800/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $29,919 per capita
$154,300 Home Value $272,416 Zillow
$788 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,300 home value, $788/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,300
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population608
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$29,919
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,300
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,416
Housing Units270
Rent Burden35.8%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking14.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation556 ft (169 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries19

Is Alhambra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alhambra receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Alhambra offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alhambra is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.2% 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 Alhambra is $154,300, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Alhambra 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. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alhambra has a population of 608 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

608
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Alhambra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alhambra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alhambra is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Alhambra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,919
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Alhambra is $154,300, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,416.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,300
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,416

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$42
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units270
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Alhambra, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682
Alhambra 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. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation556 ft (169 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates38.8874°N, 89.7369°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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