Aroma Park, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Aroma Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 702. Residents earn $72,250 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
702 Population 373/sq mi density
$72,250 Median Income $35,757 per capita
$150,400 Home Value
$861 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$72,250 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,400 home value, $861/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,250
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $150,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.1%
14% higher than US avg

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

People

Population702
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density373/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,250
Per Capita$35,757
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty14.1%
County GDP$8,529M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,400
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation618 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+92.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries8

Is Aroma Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aroma Park receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Aroma Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aroma Park is $72,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aroma Park is $150,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 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

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Aroma Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Aroma Park has a population of 702 with a density of 373 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 2.6% Black.

Population

702
Total Population
373
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Aroma Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Aroma Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aroma Park is $72,250, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Aroma Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,250
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,757
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$67,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.1%
14% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,200
County GDP$8,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare312
Retail343
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Aroma Park is $150,400, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,400
47% below US avg
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$136
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Rate4.20%
In Aroma Park, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Aroma Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity20.0%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death10,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities312

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Aroma Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density373/sq mi
Coordinates41.0818°N, 87.8044°W
County FIPS17091
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density373/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities312
Restaurants248
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home1.9%

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