Illinois
Chrisman is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,352. Residents earn $58,250 per year, which is 22% below the national average.
Based on current data, Chrisman receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Chrisman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Chrisman is $58,250, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Chrisman is $82,200, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $751 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Chrisman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.7 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $58,250 |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,186 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,055 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,188 |
| Unemployment | 7.9% |
| 119% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 18.0% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 351 |
| County GDP | $1,039M |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,788 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.61% |
| Commute Time | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |
| Census Median | $82,200 |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $110,289 |
| Census Median Rent | $751 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,788 |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 4.61% |
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 25.8% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 11,162/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 51.4°F |
| 5% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 42.7 inches |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 19.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 644 ft (196 m) |
| Area | 0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,878/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8044°N, 87.6749°W |
| County FIPS | 17045 |
Winner: Republican by 52.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,878/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.7 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 38 |
| Retail Stores | 45 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 17.9 min |
| Work from Home | 10.4% |