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Cooksville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Cooksville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 191. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
191 Population 868/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $30,963 per capita
$107,800 Home Value $208,982 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 35.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,800 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 28.2%
127% higher than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density868/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$30,963
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty28.2%
County GDP$16,910M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,800
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,982
Housing Units79
Rent Burden35.5%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.2%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation768 ft (234 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute29 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries15

Is Cooksville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cooksville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cooksville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cooksville is $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 28.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cooksville is $107,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cooksville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 20.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cooksville has a population of 191 with a density of 868 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 3.7% Black.

Population

191
Total Population
868
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cooksville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cooksville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cooksville is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 28.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cooksville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,963
Avg Weekly Wage$1,273
IRS Avg AGI$88,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate28.2%
127% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,357
County GDP$16,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants404
Healthcare365
Retail498
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cooksville is $107,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,982.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,982

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden35.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.9%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Rate6.66%
In Cooksville, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,628
Dentists1:1,426
Mental Health1:259
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death6,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities365
Cooksville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall20.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation768 ft (234 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density868/sq mi
Coordinates40.5427°N, 88.7147°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density868/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities365
Restaurants404
Retail Stores498

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone79.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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