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Alto Pass, IL

Illinois

Alto Pass is a small town in Illinois with a population of 380. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
380 Population 178/sq mi density
$59,583 Median Income $31,692 per capita
$106,800 Home Value $158,805 Zillow
$756 Median Rent 10.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,583 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,800 home value, $756/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,583
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population380
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,583
Per Capita$31,692
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$533M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,800
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,805
Housing Units186
Rent Burden10.8%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation746 ft (227 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+18.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband67.6%
Libraries4

Is Alto Pass a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alto Pass receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Alto Pass stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alto Pass is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% 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 Alto Pass is $106,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Alto Pass enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alto Pass has a population of 380 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

380
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Alto Pass vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.8%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.2%
66% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Alto Pass vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alto Pass is $59,583, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Alto Pass vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,583
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,692
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$59,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)329
County GDP$533M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare60
Retail57
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Alto Pass is $106,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,805.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,805

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg
Rent Burden10.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.7%
Housing Units186
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.84%
In Alto Pass, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Alto Pass vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,302
Dentists1:1,397
Mental Health1:407
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death10,018/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Alto Pass has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation746 ft (227 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates37.5737°N, 89.3195°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 67.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+18.6%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants41
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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