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Allerton, IL

Illinois

Allerton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 217. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
217 Population 319/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $33,432 per capita
$106,700 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,700 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$33,432
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95
Rent Burden35.0%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.4%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation698 ft (213 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries3

Is Allerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Allerton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Allerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Allerton is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Allerton is $106,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Allerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Allerton has a population of 217 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic, 11.1% Black.

Population

217
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Allerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Allerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Allerton is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Allerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,432
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$63,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare31
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Allerton is $106,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,700
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate3.55%
In Allerton, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Allerton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation698 ft (213 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates39.9161°N, 87.9353°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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