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Caledonia, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Caledonia is a small town in Illinois with a population of 219. Residents earn $86,513 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
219 Population 211/sq mi density
$86,513 Median Income $42,339 per capita
$161,800 Home Value $342,110 Zillow
$1,706 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$86,513 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,800 home value, $1,706/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
34.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,513
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $161,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.0%
1% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,706
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.4%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age33.7 yrs
Density211/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans10.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,513
Per Capita$42,339
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,800
Rent$1,706
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$342,110
Housing Units115
Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity31.4%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking10.1%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation940 ft (287 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.0%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+14.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute27 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries2

Is Caledonia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caledonia receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Caledonia stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caledonia is $86,513, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caledonia is $161,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,706 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Caledonia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Caledonia has a population of 219 with a density of 211 people per square mile. The median age is 33.7 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

219
Total Population
211
People / sq mi
33.7yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caledonia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caledonia is $86,513, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Caledonia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,513
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$78,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare70
Retail90
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Caledonia is $161,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,706 (47% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $342,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$342,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,706
47% above US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Rate5.34%
In Caledonia, 31.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 10.1% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.4%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.6%
Asthma9.7%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.1%
28% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress9.8%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,899
Dentists1:2,658
Mental Health1:2,217
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death6,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities70
Caledonia has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation940 ft (287 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density211/sq mi
Coordinates42.3686°N, 88.8939°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 34.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.0%
1% above US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+14.7%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density211/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants75
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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