Median Income
$42,039
44% lower than US avg
Home Value
$61,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Calion Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population405
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans9.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$42,039
Per Capita$26,691
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$61,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score4.91
Community
2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.9%
Libraries6
Is Calion a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Calion receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Calion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Calion is $42,039, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Calion is $61,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Calion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Calion has a population of 405 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 25.2% Black.
Population
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
The median household income in Calion is $42,039, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $42,039 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $26,691 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,186 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,803 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,165 |
| County GDP | $3,375M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Calion is $61,700, 78% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $61,700 |
| 78% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $26 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 93.3% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.41% |
In Calion, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Calion vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.9% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 34.3% |
| Depression | 26.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.9% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 15,152/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
Calion has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
82°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 52.1 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 93 ft (28 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 379/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.3284°N, 92.5402°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05139 |