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Calhoun, IL

Illinois

Calhoun is a small town in Illinois with a population of 219. Residents earn $84,063 per year, which is 12% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
219 Population 241/sq mi density
$84,063 Median Income $30,820 per capita
$51,200 Home Value
$781 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$84,063 median income, 9.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,200 home value, $781/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,063
12% higher than US avg
Home Value $51,200
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.3%
158% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.9%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$84,063
Per Capita$30,820
Unemployment9.3%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$834M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,200
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92
Rent Burden28.8%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation543 ft (166 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.97

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Calhoun a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calhoun receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Calhoun offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calhoun is $84,063, 12% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 9.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calhoun is $51,200, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Calhoun experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°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 48.8 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Calhoun has a population of 219 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 8.2% Hispanic.

Population

219
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Calhoun vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calhoun vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calhoun is $84,063, which is 12% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Calhoun vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,063
12% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,820
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$63,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.3%
158% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.9%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare56
Retail60
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Calhoun is $51,200, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,200
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$955
1 Bedroom$995
2 Bedrooms$1,218
3 Bedrooms$1,568
4 Bedrooms$1,812

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Effective Rate9.47%
In Calhoun, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,755
Dentists1:3,859
Mental Health1:191
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death10,994/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities56
Calhoun has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation543 ft (166 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates38.6512°N, 88.0440°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.5-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 53.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.97
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone84.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.4%

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