Median Income $153,419

104% higher than US avg

Home Value $77,400

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 13.5%

60% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.8%

15% higher than US avg

Unemployment 20.1%

458% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density837/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans7.3%

Economy

B+

Median Income$153,419

Per Capita$29,590

Unemployment20.1%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,924M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$77,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units85

Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity36.8%

Uninsured7.3%

Smoking14.0%

Depression22.7%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain41.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation536 ft (163 m)

Education

Bachelor's+13.5%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%

Commute19 min

Broadband77.0%

Libraries2

Is Carman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carman receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Carman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carman is $153,419, which is significantly higher than the national average — 104% above $75,149. This places Carman among higher-income communities. At 20.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carman is $77,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Carman 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 41.0 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carman has a population of 343 with a density of 837 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

343

Total Population

837

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.7%

Female 42.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Carman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carman is $153,419, which is 104% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Carman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$153,419
	104% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,590
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,014
IRS Avg AGI	$78,958

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	20.1%
	458% above US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,405
County GDP	$2,924M

Business (County)

Restaurants	101
Healthcare	142
Retail	168
Manufacturing	47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,670
	33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	6.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	19.1 min
Drive Alone	77.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carman is $77,400, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$77,400
	73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	85
Median Year Built	1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,670
	33% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.03%

In Carman, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 20.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.8%
	15% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	30.3%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.0%
	0% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.7%
Physical Inactivity	20.0%
Depression	22.7%
Mental Distress	17.6%
Physical Distress	11.8%
Short Sleep	34.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	87.2%
Uninsured	7.3%
	15% below US avg
Checkup Rate	74.7%
Dental Visits	68.8%
Premature Death	9,424/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	82.3%
Healthcare Facilities	142

Carman 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 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	51.2°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-5°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	41.0 inches
	8% above US avg
Snowfall	21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	536 ft (163 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	837/sq mi
Coordinates	40.7362°N, 91.0617°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	19057

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.1-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.8%

D 41.8%

Winner: Republican by 15.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	13.5%
	60% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density	837/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	142
Restaurants	101
Retail Stores	168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	19.1 min
Drive Alone	77.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Carman, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Carman a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Carman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Carman vs U.S. Average

Income: Carman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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