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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $78,649 |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,579 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,058 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,599 |
| Unemployment | 0.4% |
| 89% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.6% |
| 95% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 803 |
| County GDP | $1,783M |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 100 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,738 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.34% |
| Commute Time | 21.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 66.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 18.8% |
| Census Median | $201,900 |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $272,530 |
| Census Median Rent | $920 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 19.0% |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,738 |
| 93% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.34% |
| Obesity | 36.2% |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.0% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 22.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 17.5% |
| Depression | 22.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 76.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 5,803/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 37.5 inches |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Snowfall | 22.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 745 ft (227 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 753/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6167°N, 89.2048°W |
| County FIPS | 17203 |
Winner: Republican by 42.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 22.1% |
| 34% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 99.2% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 753/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 97.4% |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Retail Stores | 100 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 21.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 66.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 18.8% |