Ashton, IL

Illinois

Ashton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 837. Residents earn $61,389 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
837 Population 1,163/sq mi density
$61,389 Median Income $29,343 per capita
$106,300 Home Value $174,705 Zillow
$931 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$61,389 median income, 8.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $931/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,389
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $931
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.4%
133% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population837
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density1,163/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,389
Per Capita$29,343
Unemployment8.4%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$931
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$174,705
Housing Units408
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation853 ft (260 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries5

Is Ashton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ashton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ashton is $61,389, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.4%, unemployment is notably high. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ashton is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $931 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% 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

Ashton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ashton has a population of 837 with a density of 1,163 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 (89.7%).

Population

837
Total Population
1,163
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.4%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.6%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ashton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashton is $61,389, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Ashton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,389
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,343
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$71,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.4%
133% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,173M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare88
Retail96
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ashton is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $931 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,705.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,705

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$931
20% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.2%
Housing Units408
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
In Ashton, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death7,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities88
Ashton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation853 ft (260 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,163/sq mi
Coordinates41.8684°N, 89.2231°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,163/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants79
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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