Illinois
Christopher is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,413. Residents earn $42,244 per year, which is 44% below the national average.
Based on current data, Christopher receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Christopher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Christopher is $42,244, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Christopher is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $652 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Christopher enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $42,244 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,282 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,085 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,530 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 17.6% |
| 42% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,137 |
| County GDP | $3,297M |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 182 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,688 |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.72% |
| Commute Time | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |
| Census Median | $68,800 |
| 76% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $56,644 |
| Census Median Rent | $652 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,688 |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 9.72% |
| Obesity | 42.1% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.2% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 14.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 10,751/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.7 inches |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 437 ft (133 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,490/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.9710°N, 89.0530°W |
| County FIPS | 17077 |
Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 1,490/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Retail Stores | 177 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 24.7 min |
| Work from Home | 5.9% |