Carlyle, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Carlyle is a small town in Illinois with a population of 3,134. Residents earn $67,083 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,134 Population 914/sq mi density
$67,083 Median Income $33,400 per capita
$151,900 Home Value $153,240 Zillow
$1,051 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
154 Violent Crime/100K 1,419 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,083 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,900 home value, $1,051/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
154 violent crimes/100K (59% below avg)
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,083
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,900
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 154/100K
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,051
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,134
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density914/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,083
Per Capita$33,400
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,900
Rent$1,051
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,240

Crime

F
Violent154/100K
Property1,419/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault154/100K
Burglary93/100K

Health

Obesity40.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+96.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Carlyle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carlyle receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Carlyle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlyle is $67,083, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlyle is $151,900, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,051 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Carlyle is below the national average at 154 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,419 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlyle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carlyle has a population of 3,134 with a density of 914 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 2.5% Black.

Population

3,134
Total Population
914
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlyle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carlyle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlyle is $67,083, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carlyle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,083
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,400
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$80,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)940
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail136
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlyle is $151,900, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,051 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,240.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,900
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,240
Median List Price$159,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$159,900
$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.8%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,051
10% 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-Occupied66.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Carlyle, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Carlyle has a violent crime rate of 154 per 100,000 residents, 59% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,419 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent154.2/100K
59% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault154.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,418.9/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary92.5/100K
Theft1,295.5/100K
Vehicle Theft30.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Carlyle has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density914/sq mi
Coordinates38.6223°N, 89.3754°W
County FIPS17027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density914/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home7.0%

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