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Cordova, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Cordova is a small town in Illinois with a population of 633. Residents earn $75,588 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
633 Population 1,111/sq mi density
$75,588 Median Income $40,408 per capita
$177,400 Home Value $222,048 Zillow
$956 Median Rent 32.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$75,588 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$177,400 home value, $956/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,588
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $177,400
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population633
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1,111/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,588
Per Capita$40,408
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$13,291M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$177,400
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,048
Housing Units325
Rent Burden32.0%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking13.6%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation586 ft (179 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+13.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 47%
Commute30 min
Broadband93.2%
Libraries11

Is Cordova a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cordova receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Cordova stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cordova is $75,588, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cordova is $177,400, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cordova experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cordova has a population of 633 with a density of 1,111 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

633
Total Population
1,111
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Cordova vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cordova vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cordova is $75,588, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Cordova vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,588
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,408
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$86,464

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)6,239
County GDP$13,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants496
Healthcare523
Retail618
Manufacturing172

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Cordova is $177,400, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,048.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,400
37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,048

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$106
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.1%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% below US avg
Rent Burden32.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%
Housing Units325
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,638
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Cordova, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits62.6%
Premature Death7,236/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities523
Cordova has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation586 ft (179 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,111/sq mi
Coordinates41.6770°N, 90.3207°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19163
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.9-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.2%
D 47.3%

Winner: Republican by 3.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+13.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,111/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.2%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities523
Restaurants496
Retail Stores618

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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