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Berlin, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Berlin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 97. Residents earn $68,250 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
97 Population 109/sq mi density
$68,250 Median Income $35,212 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$669 Median Rent 43.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$68,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $669/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,250
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $669
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population97
Median Age57.3 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,250
Per Capita$35,212
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$669
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units66
Rent Burden43.8%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking13.3%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation639 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute27 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries13

Is Berlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berlin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Berlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berlin is $68,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berlin is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $669 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

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Berlin 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 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Berlin has a population of 97 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 57.3 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

97
Total Population
109
People / sq mi
57.3yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Berlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Berlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berlin is $68,250, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Berlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,250
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,212
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Berlin is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$669
42% below US avg
Rent Burden43.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units66
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate8.09%
In Berlin, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep35.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits64.6%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489
Berlin 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 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation639 ft (195 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density109/sq mi
Coordinates39.7569°N, 89.9024°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density109/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Nearby Cities

New Berlin, IL 1,366 pop · 2.2 mi Ashland, IL 1,001 pop · 10.7 mi Waverly, IL 1,456 pop · 11.7 mi Leland Grove, IL 1,595 pop · 11.7 mi Jerome, IL 1,910 pop · 11.9 mi Chatham, IL 14,740 pop · 12.5 mi Southern View, IL 1,838 pop · 13.3 mi Springfield, IL 113,714 pop · 13.9 mi Auburn, IL 4,357 pop · 15.1 mi Grandview, IL 1,077 pop · 15.7 mi Athens, IL 2,146 pop · 17.1 mi South Jacksonville, IL 3,255 pop · 17.5 mi Jacksonville, IL 17,490 pop · 17.6 mi Rochester, IL 3,784 pop · 17.9 mi
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