Cambria, IL

Illinois

Cambria is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,271. Residents earn $51,042 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,271 Population 895/sq mi density
$51,042 Median Income $35,107 per capita
$140,100 Home Value
$973 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$51,042 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,100 home value, $973/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,042
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $140,100
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $973
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,271
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density895/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,042
Per Capita$35,107
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,100
Rent$973
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation427 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+88.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Cambria a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cambria receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cambria offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cambria is $51,042, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cambria is $140,100, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $973 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cambria enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cambria has a population of 1,271 with a density of 895 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 5.8% Black.

Population

1,271
Total Population
895
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cambria vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.0%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.0%
55% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cambria vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cambria is $51,042, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Cambria vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,042
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,107
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cambria is $140,100, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $973 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,100
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$973
16% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied40.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate4.77%
In Cambria, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182

Crime Rates: Cambria vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Cambria has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation427 ft (130 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density895/sq mi
Coordinates37.7794°N, 89.1194°W
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+88.3%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density895/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home4.2%

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