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Curran, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Curran is a small town in Illinois with a population of 164. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
164 Population 83/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $27,524 per capita
$110,400 Home Value
$822 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,400 home value, $822/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population164
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$27,524
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,400
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured4.6%
Smoking9.4%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation618 ft (188 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+5.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute16 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries13

Is Curran a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Curran receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Curran offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Curran is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Curran is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 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

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Curran experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Curran has a population of 164 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

164
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Curran vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Curran vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Curran is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Curran vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,524
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Curran is $110,400, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate6.60%
In Curran, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 4.6% of residents lack health insurance. 9.4% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 14.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes7.2%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.4%
33% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity14.8%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress15.7%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured4.6%
47% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489
Curran has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation618 ft (188 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates39.7420°N, 89.7784°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+5.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.4 min
Drive Alone80.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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