Crab Orchard, IL

Illinois

Crab Orchard is a small town in Illinois with a population of 359. Residents earn $110,125 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
359 Population 256/sq mi density
$110,125 Median Income $37,851 per capita
$97,900 Home Value
$1,400 Median Rent 13.2% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$110,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,900 home value, $1,400/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,125
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $97,900
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,400
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population359
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$110,125
Per Capita$37,851
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$3,987M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,900
Rent$1,400
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden13.2%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking16.4%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation520 ft (158 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute33 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries5

Is Crab Orchard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crab Orchard receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Crab Orchard stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crab Orchard is $110,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Crab Orchard among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crab Orchard is $97,900, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,400 per month. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Crab Orchard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Crab Orchard has a population of 359 with a density of 256 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

359
Total Population
256
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Crab Orchard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crab Orchard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crab Orchard is $110,125, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Crab Orchard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,125
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,851
Avg Weekly Wage$1,021
IRS Avg AGI$68,098

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,404
County GDP$3,987M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare212
Retail230
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,704
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.8 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crab Orchard is $97,900, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,400 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,900
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,400
20% above US avg
Rent Burden13.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,704
63% above US avg
Effective Rate5.83%
In Crab Orchard, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crab Orchard vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death9,023/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities212
Crab Orchard has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation520 ft (158 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates37.7236°N, 88.8103°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17199
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.8%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density256/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities212
Restaurants156
Retail Stores230

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.8 min
Drive Alone78.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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