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Cantrall, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Cantrall is a small town in Illinois with a population of 147. Residents earn $84,583 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
147 Population 588/sq mi density
$84,583 Median Income $43,339 per capita
$200,000 Home Value $291,539 Zillow
$640 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$84,583 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $640/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,583
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.9%
4% higher than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density588/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,583
Per Capita$43,339
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.9%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,539
Housing Units60
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking11.0%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation588 ft (179 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute22 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries13

Is Cantrall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cantrall receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Cantrall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cantrall is $84,583, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.9% 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 Cantrall is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cantrall 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 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cantrall has a population of 147 with a density of 588 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

147
Total Population
588
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Cantrall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cantrall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cantrall is $84,583, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Cantrall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,583
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,339
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.9%
4% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cantrall is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,539.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$291,539

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Cantrall, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity16.5%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Primary Care1:829
Dentists1:1,165
Mental Health1:310
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits68.3%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489
Cantrall 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 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 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 Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation588 ft (179 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density588/sq mi
Coordinates39.9353°N, 89.6788°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density588/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone79.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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