Camp Point, IL

Illinois

Camp Point is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,197. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,197 Population 935/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $25,963 per capita
$111,700 Home Value $142,115 Zillow
$696 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,700 home value, $696/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,700
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $696
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,197
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$25,963
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$824M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,700
Rent$696
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,115

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation732 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Libraries8

Is Camp Point a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Camp Point receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Camp Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Camp Point is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Camp Point is $111,700, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $696 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Camp Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Camp Point has a population of 1,197 with a density of 935 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

1,197
Total Population
935
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Camp Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Camp Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Camp Point is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Camp Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,963
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare25
Retail63
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Camp Point is $111,700, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,115.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,700
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,115

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$696
40% 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-Occupied68.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Rate3.23%
In Camp Point, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Camp Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Camp Point has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density935/sq mi
Coordinates40.0364°N, 91.0641°W
County FIPS17067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density935/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants37
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home3.4%

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