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Carbon Hill, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Carbon Hill is a small town in Illinois with a population of 485. Residents earn $100,368 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
485 Population 2,694/sq mi density
$100,368 Median Income $34,176 per capita
$217,100 Home Value
$1,229 Median Rent 21.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$100,368 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$217,100 home value, $1,229/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,368
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $217,100
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,229
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population485
Median Age33.1 yrs
Density2,694/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$100,368
Per Capita$34,176
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$217,100
Rent$1,229
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units167
Rent Burden21.4%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation559 ft (170 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+95.4%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries3

Is Carbon Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carbon Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Carbon Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carbon Hill is $100,368, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Carbon Hill among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carbon Hill is $217,100, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,229 per month. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Carbon Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 37.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carbon Hill has a population of 485 with a density of 2,694 people per square mile. The median age is 33.1 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%).

Population

485
Total Population
2,694
People / sq mi
33.1yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Carbon Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carbon Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carbon Hill is $100,368, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carbon Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,368
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,176
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% 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 Rate3.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Carbon Hill is $217,100, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,229 (6% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,100
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,229
6% above US avg
Rent Burden21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%
Housing Units167
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.05%
In Carbon Hill, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Carbon Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,117
Dentists1:2,792
Mental Health1:530
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Carbon Hill has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation559 ft (170 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,694/sq mi
Coordinates41.2969°N, 88.2999°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 89.6% 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+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+95.4%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,694/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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