Congerville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Congerville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 723. Residents earn $78,649 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
723 Population 753/sq mi density
$78,649 Median Income $32,579 per capita
$201,900 Home Value $272,530 Zillow
$920 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,649 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$201,900 home value, $920/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,649
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $201,900
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $920
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population723
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density753/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,649
Per Capita$32,579
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$201,900
Rent$920
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,530
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation745 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+99.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Broadband97.4%
Libraries9

Is Congerville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Congerville receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Congerville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Congerville is $78,649, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Congerville is $201,900, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $920 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Congerville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Congerville has a population of 723 with a density of 753 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%).

Population

723
Total Population
753
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Congerville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Congerville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Congerville is $78,649, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Congerville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,649
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,579
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Congerville is $201,900, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $920 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,530.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$201,900
28% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,530

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$920
21% 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-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate3.34%
In Congerville, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 17.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity17.5%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.5%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Congerville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Congerville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density753/sq mi
Coordinates40.6167°N, 89.2048°W
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 97.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+99.2%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density753/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone66.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

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