Andalusia, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Andalusia is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,073. Residents earn $72,589 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,073 Population 909/sq mi density
$72,589 Median Income $40,434 per capita
$150,200 Home Value $201,417 Zillow
$925 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,589 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,200 home value, $925/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,589
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,200
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.8%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,073
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density909/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,589
Per Capita$40,434
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,200
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,417

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Elevation585 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.8%
High School+94.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute24 min
Libraries11

Is Andalusia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Andalusia receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Andalusia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Andalusia is $72,589, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 2.7% 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 Andalusia is $150,200, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 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

14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Andalusia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Andalusia has a population of 1,073 with a density of 909 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

1,073
Total Population
909
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Andalusia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Andalusia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Andalusia is $72,589, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Andalusia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,589
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,434
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$65,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,880
County GDP$12,607M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare405
Retail411
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Andalusia is $150,200, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,417.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,200
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,417
Median List Price$122,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$122,900
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Andalusia, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.8%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death8,429/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities405

Crime Rates: Andalusia vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Andalusia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation585 ft (178 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density909/sq mi
Coordinates41.4359°N, 90.7139°W
County FIPS17161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.8%
56% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density909/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities405
Restaurants375
Retail Stores411

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home2.4%

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