Chebanse, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Chebanse is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,033. Residents earn $76,190 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,033 Population 1,308/sq mi density
$76,190 Median Income $33,959 per capita
$149,300 Home Value $198,049 Zillow
$995 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,190 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,300 home value, $995/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,190
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $149,300
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $995
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,033
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density1,308/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,190
Per Capita$33,959
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$8,529M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,300
Rent$995
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,049

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation667 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+95.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute29 min
Libraries8

Is Chebanse a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chebanse receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Chebanse stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chebanse is $76,190, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chebanse is $149,300, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $995 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Chebanse experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chebanse has a population of 1,033 with a density of 1,308 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.3%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

1,033
Total Population
1,308
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chebanse vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chebanse vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chebanse is $76,190, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Chebanse vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,190
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,959
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$67,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,200
County GDP$8,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare312
Retail343
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Chebanse is $149,300, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $995 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,049.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,300
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,049

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$995
14% 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-Occupied69.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Rate4.23%
In Chebanse, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death10,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities312

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Chebanse 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 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,308/sq mi
Coordinates41.0059°N, 87.9097°W
County FIPS17091
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+95.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,308/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities312
Restaurants248
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Work from Home4.8%

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