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Compton, IL

Illinois

Compton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 222. Residents earn $52,321 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
222 Population 1,306/sq mi density
$52,321 Median Income $23,264 per capita
$75,900 Home Value $189,093 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$52,321 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,900 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,321
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,900
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population222
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density1,306/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,321
Per Capita$23,264
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,900
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,093
Housing Units117
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation974 ft (297 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute36 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries5

Is Compton a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Compton is $52,321, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Compton is $75,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Compton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°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.

Compton has a population of 222 with a density of 1,306 people per square mile. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.2%).

Population

222
Total Population
1,306
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Compton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Compton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Compton is $52,321, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Compton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,321
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,264
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$71,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,173M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare88
Retail96
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.3 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Compton is $75,900, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,093.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,900
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,093

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied64.7%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Rate7.17%
In Compton, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,362
Dentists1:2,115
Mental Health1:134
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death7,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities88
Compton has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation974 ft (297 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Coordinates41.6941°N, 89.0863°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,306/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants79
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.3 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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