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Carlock, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Carlock is a small town in Illinois with a population of 560. Residents earn $78,125 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
560 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$78,125 Median Income $42,285 per capita
$132,500 Home Value $271,473 Zillow
$1,318 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,125 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,500 home value, $1,318/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,125
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $132,500
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.0%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,318
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,125
Per Capita$42,285
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,500
Rent$1,318
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$271,473
Housing Units249
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation765 ft (233 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.0%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.7%
Libraries9

Is Carlock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlock receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Carlock stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlock is $78,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.3% 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 Carlock is $132,500, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,318 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlock 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 37.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carlock has a population of 560 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

560
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Carlock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlock is $78,125, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carlock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,125
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,285
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlock is $132,500, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,318 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $271,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,500
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$271,473
Median List Price$210,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$210,000
$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,318
13% above US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

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 Units249
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate5.09%
In Carlock, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,249
Dentists1:5,447
Mental Health1:2,252
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42
Carlock 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 37.5 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 Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Coordinates40.5836°N, 89.1288°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.0%
41% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.0%

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