Avon, IL

Illinois

Avon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 670. Residents earn $45,500 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
670 Population 1,523/sq mi density
$45,500 Median Income $26,670 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
$750 Median Rent 18.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$45,500 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,500
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.5%
122% higher than US avg

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

People

Population670
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,523/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,500
Per Capita$26,670
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty27.5%
County GDP$1,097M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden18.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Elevation640 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+81.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband87.2%
Libraries4

Is Avon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Avon receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Avon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Avon is $45,500, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 27.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Avon is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 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

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Avon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Avon has a population of 670 with a density of 1,523 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

670
Total Population
1,523
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Avon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Avon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Avon is $45,500, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Avon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,500
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,670
Avg Weekly Wage$875
IRS Avg AGI$62,833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.5%
122% above US avg
Establishments (County)378
County GDP$1,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare38
Retail46
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,271
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Avon is $60,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,271
22% above US avg
Effective Rate7.12%
In Avon, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.5% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.1%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death8,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Avon has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Coordinates40.6620°N, 90.4353°W
County FIPS17187
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.1-point margin. 87.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,523/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants39
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home2.9%

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