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Coffeen, IL

Illinois

Coffeen is a small town in Illinois with a population of 630. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
630 Population 543/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $29,808 per capita
$57,300 Home Value $131,831 Zillow
$796 Median Rent 19.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,300 home value, $796/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,300
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population630
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density543/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$29,808
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,300
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,831
Housing Units302
Rent Burden19.9%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking19.2%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation631 ft (192 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+80.1%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries6

Is Coffeen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coffeen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Coffeen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coffeen is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coffeen is $57,300, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Coffeen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coffeen has a population of 630 with a density of 543 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 15.2% Hispanic.

Population

630
Total Population
543
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Coffeen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coffeen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coffeen is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Coffeen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,125
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above 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 Rate7.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Coffeen is $57,300, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,831.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,300
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$131,831

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden19.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.3%
Housing Units302
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate7.50%
In Coffeen, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.6%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Coffeen has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 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) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation631 ft (192 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density543/sq mi
Coordinates39.0882°N, 89.3898°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+80.1%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density543/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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