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Chandlerville, IL

Illinois

Chandlerville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 552. Residents earn $43,333 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
552 Population 699/sq mi density
$43,333 Median Income $30,826 per capita
$56,200 Home Value $88,690 Zillow
$1,013 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,333 median income, 10.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,200 home value, $1,013/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,333
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,200
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.4%
189% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population552
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density699/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,333
Per Capita$30,826
Unemployment10.4%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$346M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,200
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$88,690
Housing Units297
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation477 ft (145 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+76.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries1

Is Chandlerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chandlerville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Chandlerville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chandlerville is $43,333, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.4%, unemployment is notably high. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chandlerville is $56,200, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,013 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

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Chandlerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°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 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chandlerville has a population of 552 with a density of 699 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%), with 3.6% Hispanic.

Population

552
Total Population
699
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chandlerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chandlerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chandlerville is $43,333, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Chandlerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,333
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,826
Avg Weekly Wage$1,001
IRS Avg AGI$62,971

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.4%
189% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)163
County GDP$346M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Chandlerville is $56,200, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $88,690.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,200
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$88,690

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,013
13% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units297
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate8.32%
In Chandlerville, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Mental Health1:748
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits55.2%
Premature Death11,015/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access63.6%
Healthcare Facilities13
Chandlerville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°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

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation477 ft (145 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density699/sq mi
Coordinates40.0470°N, 90.1513°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.8-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+76.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density699/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants16
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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