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Coalton, IL

Illinois

Coalton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 280. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
280 Population 475/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $39,889 per capita
$81,000 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population280
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$39,889
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units170
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking17.0%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+89.0%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries6

Is Coalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coalton receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Coalton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coalton is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coalton is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Coalton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coalton has a population of 280 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

280
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coalton is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Coalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,889
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Coalton is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units170
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate5.31%
In Coalton, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Coalton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates39.2848°N, 89.3030°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+89.0%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone69.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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