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Arenzville, IL

Illinois

Arenzville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 310. Residents earn $82,188 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
310 Population 403/sq mi density
$82,188 Median Income $43,609 per capita
$109,900 Home Value $160,879 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 20.4% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,188 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,900 home value, $825/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,188
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $109,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.4%
4% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population310
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density403/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,188
Per Capita$43,609
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$884M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,900
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,879
Housing Units153
Rent Burden20.4%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation539 ft (164 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.4%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+8.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute22 min
Broadband90.2%
Libraries3

Is Arenzville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arenzville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Arenzville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arenzville is $82,188, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arenzville is $109,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 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

32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Arenzville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.3 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arenzville has a population of 310 with a density of 403 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

310
Total Population
403
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Arenzville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arenzville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arenzville is $82,188, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Arenzville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,188
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,609
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$62,759

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)266
County GDP$884M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare16
Retail42
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,200
9% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Arenzville is $109,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,879.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,879

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden20.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,200
9% below US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Arenzville, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:12,773
Dentists1:1,406
Mental Health1:143
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,823/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access17.0%
Healthcare Facilities16
Arenzville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation539 ft (164 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density403/sq mi
Coordinates39.8805°N, 90.3706°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 32.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin. 90.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.4%
4% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+8.3%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density403/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants27
Retail Stores42

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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