Ashkum, IL

Illinois

Ashkum is a small town in Illinois with a population of 765. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
765 Population 911/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $35,959 per capita
$136,500 Home Value $213,688 Zillow
$790 Median Rent 25.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,500 home value, $790/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,500
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population765
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density911/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$35,959
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,500
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,688
Housing Units376
Rent Burden25.2%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.6%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation661 ft (201 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute20 min
Broadband89.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Ashkum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashkum receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ashkum offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashkum is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashkum is $136,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ashkum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ashkum has a population of 765 with a density of 911 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.2% Black.

Population

765
Total Population
911
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashkum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ashkum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashkum is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Ashkum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,959
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashkum is $136,500, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,688.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,500
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,688

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Rent Burden25.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units376
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Ashkum, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Ashkum has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density911/sq mi
Coordinates40.8783°N, 87.9532°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density911/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home6.1%

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