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Alvan (Alvin), IL

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Alvan (Alvin) is a small town in Illinois with a population of 182. Residents earn $94,167 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
182 Population 230/sq mi density
$94,167 Median Income $40,188 per capita
$84,400 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$94,167 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $94,167
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population182
Median Age52.9 yrs
Density230/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$94,167
Per Capita$40,188
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units100
Rent Burden26.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation641 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries10

Is Alvan (Alvin) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Alvan (Alvin) receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Alvan (Alvin) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Alvan (Alvin) is $94,167, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Alvan (Alvin) is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Alvan (Alvin) experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Alvan (Alvin) has a population of 182 with a density of 230 people per square mile. The median age is 52.9 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

182
Total Population
230
People / sq mi
52.9yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Alvan (Alvin) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Alvan (Alvin) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Alvan (Alvin) is $94,167, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Alvan (Alvin) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$94,167
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Alvan (Alvin) is $84,400, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate5.82%
Alvan (Alvin) has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density230/sq mi
Coordinates40.3070°N, 87.6069°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density230/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone83.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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