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Baylis, IL

Illinois

Baylis is a small town in Illinois with a population of 139. Residents earn $43,438 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
139 Population 296/sq mi density
$43,438 Median Income $23,191 per capita
$33,800 Home Value $111,575 Zillow
$381 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,438 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$33,800 home value, $381/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,438
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $33,800
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $381
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density296/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,438
Per Capita$23,191
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$825M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$33,800
Rent$381
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$111,575
Housing Units88
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity42.2%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking19.8%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation869 ft (265 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+77.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute29 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries3

Is Baylis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Baylis receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Baylis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Baylis is $43,438, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Baylis is $33,800, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $381 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Baylis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Baylis has a population of 139 with a density of 296 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.5%).

Population

139
Total Population
296
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Baylis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Baylis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Baylis is $43,438, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Baylis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,438
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,191
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$61,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$825M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare27
Retail47
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,031
15% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate11.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Baylis is $33,800, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $381 (67% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,575.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$33,800
88% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,575

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$381
67% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,031
15% above US avg
Effective Rate11.93%
In Baylis, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death9,047/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access43.9%
Healthcare Facilities27
Baylis 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 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates39.7295°N, 90.9094°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+77.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density296/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants32
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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