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Campus, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Campus is a small town in Illinois with a population of 155. Residents earn $100,000 per year, which is 33% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
155 Population 1,722/sq mi density
$100,000 Median Income $38,264 per capita
$125,000 Home Value
$975 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$100,000 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $975/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,000
33% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density1,722/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,000
Per Capita$38,264
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$975
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden12.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking16.2%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation652 ft (199 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute41 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries3

Is Campus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Campus receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Campus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Campus is $100,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 33% above $75,149. This places Campus among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Campus is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Campus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Campus has a population of 155 with a density of 1,722 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).

Population

155
Total Population
1,722
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Campus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Campus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Campus is $100,000, which is 33% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Campus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,000
33% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,264
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.8 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Campus is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate5.29%
In Campus, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,117
Dentists1:2,792
Mental Health1:530
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Campus has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation652 ft (199 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,722/sq mi
Coordinates41.0246°N, 88.3073°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,722/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.8 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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