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Colp, IL

Illinois

Colp is a small town in Illinois with a population of 187. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
187 Population 1,438/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $23,505 per capita
$73,600 Home Value
$99 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value, $99/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $99
91% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 51.1%
312% higher than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,438/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 72%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$23,505
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty51.1%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
Rent$99
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity44.8%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.5%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation394 ft (120 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+9.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute30 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries3

Is Colp a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Colp receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Colp offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Colp is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 51.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Colp is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $99 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

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Colp enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Colp has a population of 187 with a density of 1,438 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.2%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 17.6% Black.

Population

187
Total Population
1,438
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Colp vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Colp vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Colp is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 51.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Colp vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,505
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate51.1%
312% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Colp is $73,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $99 (91% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$99
91% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate9.09%
In Colp, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep42.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
Colp has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation394 ft (120 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,438/sq mi
Coordinates37.8074°N, 89.0785°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+9.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,438/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone68.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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