Camargo, IL

Illinois

Camargo is a small town in Illinois with a population of 462. Residents earn $60,417 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
462 Population 367/sq mi density
$60,417 Median Income $30,171 per capita
$122,000 Home Value $183,770 Zillow
$531 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,417 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $531/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,417
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population462
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,417
Per Capita$30,171
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,000
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,770
Housing Units263
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.9%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.7%
Libraries4

Is Camargo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camargo receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Camargo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camargo is $60,417, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.1% 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 Camargo is $122,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Camargo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Camargo has a population of 462 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

462
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Camargo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Camargo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camargo is $60,417, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Camargo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,417
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,171
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$76,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Camargo is $122,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,770.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,770

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.8%
Housing Units263
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Camargo, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Camargo has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates39.7994°N, 88.1684°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.4%

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