Argenta, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Argenta is a small town in Illinois with a population of 838. Residents earn $75,313 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
838 Population 1,289/sq mi density
$75,313 Median Income $38,871 per capita
$107,200 Home Value $186,194 Zillow
$1,208 Median Rent 20.2% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,313 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,200 home value, $1,208/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,313
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,200
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,208
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population838
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,289/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,313
Per Capita$38,871
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$9,054M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,200
Rent$1,208
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,194
Rent Burden20.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Elevation682 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries9

Is Argenta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Argenta 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. Argenta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Argenta is $75,313, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.9% 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 Argenta is $107,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,208 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Argenta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Argenta has a population of 838 with a density of 1,289 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

838
Total Population
1,289
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Argenta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Argenta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Argenta is $75,313, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Argenta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,313
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,871
Avg Weekly Wage$1,304
IRS Avg AGI$70,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,981
County GDP$9,054M

Business (County)

Restaurants244
Healthcare271
Retail334
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,684
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Argenta is $107,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,208 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,194.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,200
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,194
Median List Price$38,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$38,900
$/Sq Ft$119
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,208
4% above US avg
Rent Burden20.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,684
91% above US avg
Effective Rate6.24%
In Argenta, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death10,949/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access83.3%
Healthcare Facilities271

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Argenta has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,289/sq mi
Coordinates39.9855°N, 88.8197°W
County FIPS17115
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.7%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,289/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities271
Restaurants244
Retail Stores334

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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