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Cullom, IL

Illinois

Cullom is a small town in Illinois with a population of 540. Residents earn $61,912 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
540 Population 1,588/sq mi density
$61,912 Median Income $35,453 per capita
$88,100 Home Value $144,501 Zillow
$940 Median Rent 24.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,912 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,100 home value, $940/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,912
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $940
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population540
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density1,588/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,912
Per Capita$35,453
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$940
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,501
Housing Units262
Rent Burden24.8%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.0%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation681 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Broadband95.9%
Libraries7

Is Cullom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cullom receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Cullom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cullom is $61,912, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cullom is $88,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $940 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cullom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°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 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cullom has a population of 540 with a density of 1,588 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

540
Total Population
1,588
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Cullom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cullom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cullom is $61,912, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Cullom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,912
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,453
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086
IRS Avg AGI$74,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)865
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare64
Retail116
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Cullom is $88,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $940 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,501.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,501

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$940
19% below US avg
Rent Burden24.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units262
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate5.85%
In Cullom, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death9,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities64
Cullom 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 44.4 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 Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,588/sq mi
Coordinates40.8784°N, 88.2698°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin. 95.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,588/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants80
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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