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Cabery, IL

Illinois

Cabery is a small town in Illinois with a population of 219. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
219 Population 644/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $23,330 per capita
$96,700 Home Value $152,155 Zillow
$888 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,700 home value, $888/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $888
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age32.9 yrs
Density644/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$23,330
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,700
Rent$888
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,155
Housing Units114
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation697 ft (212 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries7

Is Cabery a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cabery receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cabery offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cabery is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cabery is $96,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cabery experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cabery has a population of 219 with a density of 644 people per square mile. The median age is 32.9 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

219
Total Population
644
People / sq mi
32.9yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cabery vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cabery vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cabery is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cabery vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,330
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086
IRS Avg AGI$74,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)865
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare64
Retail116
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cabery is $96,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $888 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,700
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,155

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$888
24% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate5.33%
In Cabery, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,098
Dentists1:2,220
Mental Health1:447
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death9,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities64
Cabery has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation697 ft (212 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density644/sq mi
Coordinates40.9958°N, 88.2037°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density644/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants80
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.0%

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