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Alsey, IL

Illinois

Alsey is a small town in Illinois with a population of 184. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 335/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $26,859 per capita
$53,000 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,000 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density335/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$26,859
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$208M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,000
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.1%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation628 ft (191 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute30 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries2

Is Alsey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alsey receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Alsey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alsey is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alsey is $53,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 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

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Alsey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alsey has a population of 184 with a density of 335 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

184
Total Population
335
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Alsey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Alsey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alsey is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Alsey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,859
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Alsey is $53,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,000
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.1%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1942

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate6.32%
In Alsey, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death9,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access8.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Alsey has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°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

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation628 ft (191 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density335/sq mi
Coordinates39.5594°N, 90.4336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density335/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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