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Coatsburg, IL

Illinois

Coatsburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 230. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
230 Population 1,769/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $32,286 per capita
$69,500 Home Value
$1,042 Median Rent 20.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,500 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,500
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.4%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age37.6 yrs
Density1,769/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$32,286
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$824M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,500
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden20.3%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking15.5%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation761 ft (232 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.4%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries8

Is Coatsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coatsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Coatsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coatsburg is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coatsburg is $69,500, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Coatsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coatsburg has a population of 230 with a density of 1,769 people per square mile. The median age is 37.6 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%).

Population

230
Total Population
1,769
People / sq mi
37.6yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.7%
Female 48.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Coatsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coatsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coatsburg is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Coatsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,286
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare25
Retail63
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Coatsburg is $69,500, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,500
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg
Rent Burden20.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Rate5.20%
In Coatsburg, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,480
Dentists1:2,874
Mental Health1:464
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death7,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Coatsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation761 ft (232 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,769/sq mi
Coordinates40.0325°N, 91.1604°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.4%
57% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,769/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants37
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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