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Cave-In-Rock, IL

Illinois

Cave-In-Rock is a small town in Illinois with a population of 229. Residents earn $26,563 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
229 Population 619/sq mi density
$26,563 Median Income $25,322 per capita
$35,800 Home Value
$454 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$26,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$35,800 home value, $454/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,563
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $35,800
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $454
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.9%
133% higher than US avg

How Cave-In-Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population229
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density619/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$26,563
Per Capita$25,322
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty28.9%
County GDP$125M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$35,800
Rent$454
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units162
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.5%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation399 ft (122 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute20 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries1

Is Cave-In-Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cave-In-Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cave-In-Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cave-In-Rock is $26,563, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 28.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cave-In-Rock is $35,800, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $454 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cave-In-Rock experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cave-In-Rock has a population of 229 with a density of 619 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

229
Total Population
619
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Cave-In-Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cave-In-Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cave-In-Rock is $26,563, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Cave-In-Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,563
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,322
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$54,659

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.9%
133% above US avg
Establishments (County)57
County GDP$125M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare11
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Cave-In-Rock is $35,800, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $454 (61% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$35,800
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$454
61% below US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.3%
Housing Units162
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

In Cave-In-Rock, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cave-In-Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,217
Dentists1:3,597
Mental Health1:1,784
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death12,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities11
Cave-In-Rock has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation399 ft (122 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density619/sq mi
Coordinates37.4710°N, 88.1658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density619/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants9
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone89.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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