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Coleta, IL

Illinois

Coleta is a small town in Illinois with a population of 189. Residents earn $44,286 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
189 Population 511/sq mi density
$44,286 Median Income $23,517 per capita
$106,300 Home Value
$790 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$44,286 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,300 home value, $790/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,286
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density511/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,286
Per Capita$23,517
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$2,978M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,300
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden19.0%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking14.7%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation837 ft (255 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries6

Is Coleta a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coleta receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Coleta offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coleta is $44,286, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coleta is $106,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Coleta experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 31.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coleta has a population of 189 with a density of 511 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

189
Total Population
511
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Coleta vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coleta vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coleta is $44,286, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Coleta vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,286
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,517
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$64,591

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,185
County GDP$2,978M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare107
Retail167
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coleta is $106,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$89
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.52%
In Coleta, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death9,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities107
Coleta has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall31.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation837 ft (255 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density511/sq mi
Coordinates41.9020°N, 89.7998°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density511/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants132
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone91.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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