Apple River, IL

Illinois

Apple River is a small town in Illinois with a population of 305. Residents earn $50,250 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
305 Population 430/sq mi density
$50,250 Median Income $24,249 per capita
$78,600 Home Value $311,817 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value, $800/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,250
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,250
Per Capita$24,249
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$932M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,817
Housing Units178
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,000 ft (305 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries7

Is Apple River a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Apple River 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 below-average incomes. Apple River offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Apple River is $50,250, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Apple River is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Apple River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Apple River has a population of 305 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

305
Total Population
430
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Apple River vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Apple River vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Apple River is $50,250, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Apple River vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,250
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,249
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$62,765

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)510
County GDP$932M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare20
Retail42
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Apple River is $78,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,817.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,817

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.1%
Housing Units178
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,400
26% above US avg
Effective Rate5.60%
In Apple River, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Apple River vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death7,606/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access47.6%
Healthcare Facilities20
Apple River has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

18°F Jan (-8°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average46.2°F
14% below US avg
January Average18°F (-8°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,000 ft (305 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density430/sq mi
Coordinates42.5023°N, 90.0937°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.2-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 39.3%

Winner: Republican by 20.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density430/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants34
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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