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Chemung, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Chemung is a small town in Illinois with a population of 251. Residents earn $68,463 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
251 Population 896/sq mi density
$68,463 Median Income $34,815 per capita
$181,900 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,463 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,900 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,463
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,900
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age75.0 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans42.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,463
Per Capita$34,815
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,975M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units183
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured14.5%
Smoking15.6%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation899 ft (274 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute12 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries2

Is Chemung a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chemung receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Chemung offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chemung is $68,463, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chemung is $181,900, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Chemung experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chemung has a population of 251 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 75.0 years, 93% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

251
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
75.0yrs
Median Age
93% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.2%
Female 41.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Chemung vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only64.0%
18% below US avg
Spanish36.0%
169% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Chemung vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chemung is $68,463, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Chemung vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,463
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,815
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$78,138

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$1,975M

Business (County)

Restaurants75
Healthcare70
Retail90
Manufacturing68

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chemung is $181,900, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,900
35% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units183
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,648
147% above US avg
Effective Rate4.75%
In Chemung, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma9.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep34.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Uninsured14.5%
69% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death6,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access77.8%
Healthcare Facilities70
Chemung has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation899 ft (274 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates42.4162°N, 88.6642°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17007
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.5-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.5%
D 42%

Winner: Republican by 14.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities70
Restaurants75
Retail Stores90

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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