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Anchor, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Anchor is a small town in Illinois with a population of 243. Residents earn $70,536 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
243 Population 1,429/sq mi density
$70,536 Median Income $21,837 per capita
$93,700 Home Value
$1,050 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,536 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,700 home value, $1,050/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,536
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,700
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,050
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density1,429/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,536
Per Capita$21,837
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,700
Rent$1,050
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation773 ft (236 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries4

Is Anchor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Anchor 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, a low poverty rate. Anchor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Anchor is $70,536, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Anchor is $93,700, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,050 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Anchor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Anchor has a population of 243 with a density of 1,429 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

243
Total Population
1,429
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Anchor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Anchor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Anchor is $70,536, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Anchor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,536
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,837
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Anchor is $93,700, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,050 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,700
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,050
10% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate5.95%
In Anchor, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Anchor has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.3 inches
5% below US avg
Snowfall19.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation773 ft (236 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,429/sq mi
Coordinates40.5681°N, 88.5385°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,429/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants34
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.7%

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