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Cisne, IL

Illinois

Cisne is a small town in Illinois with a population of 610. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
610 Population 968/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $29,440 per capita
$85,000 Home Value $146,604 Zillow
$621 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $621/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $621
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population610
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$29,440
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$679M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$621
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,604
Housing Units305
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking17.3%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation457 ft (139 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute27 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2

Is Cisne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cisne receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cisne offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cisne is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cisne is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $621 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cisne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cisne has a population of 610 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

610
Total Population
968
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cisne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cisne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cisne is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Cisne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,440
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$61,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)379
County GDP$679M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare36
Retail61
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cisne is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $621 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,604.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,604

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$621
47% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%
Housing Units305
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate5.40%
In Cisne, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.3% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.3%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,774
Dentists1:3,968
Mental Health1:657
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death9,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities36
Cisne has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation457 ft (139 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density968/sq mi
Coordinates38.5139°N, 88.4371°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density968/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants36
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone89.2%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home1.8%

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