Home Value $102,300

64% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.8%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.6%

28% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 18.6%

50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population43

Median Age68.5 yrs

Density57/mi²

Male / Female56% / 44%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans38.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$24,463

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty18.6%

County GDP$346M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$102,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units40

Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity41.8%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking21.4%

Depression25.7%

Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.9 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation602 ft (183 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+86.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%

Commute27 min

Broadband24.0%

Libraries1

Is Camden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camden receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Camden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camden is $102,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Camden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Camden has a population of 43 with a density of 57 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

68.5yrs

Median Age

76% above US avg

0.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%

Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Camden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camden is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Camden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$24,463
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,001
IRS Avg AGI	$62,971

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.6%
	28% below US avg
Poverty Rate	18.6%
	50% above US avg
Establishments (County)	163
County GDP	$346M

Business (County)

Restaurants	16
Healthcare	13
Retail	19
Manufacturing	4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,675
	34% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.7 min
Drive Alone	66.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Camden is $102,300, 64% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$102,300
	64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	83.3%
Housing Units	40
Median Year Built	1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,675
	34% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.57%

In Camden, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.8%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	12.5%
Heart Disease	7.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.2%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	9.9%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.4%
	53% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.5%
Physical Inactivity	28.2%
Depression	25.7%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	15.7%
Short Sleep	39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.0%
Dental Visits	50.3%
Premature Death	11,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.3/10
Exercise Access	63.6%
Healthcare Facilities	13

Camden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	51.7°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.9 inches
	8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	602 ft (183 m)
Area	0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density	57/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1528°N, 90.7733°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17169

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%

D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	86.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	57/sq mi
Total Area	0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	24.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	13
Restaurants	16
Retail Stores	19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.7 min
Drive Alone	66.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Camden, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Camden a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Camden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Camden vs U.S. Average

Income: Camden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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