Custer Park, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Custer Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 426. Residents earn $173,274 per year, which is 131% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
426 Population 2,663/sq mi density
$173,274 Median Income $29,577 per capita
$218,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$173,274 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,800 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $173,274
131% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population426
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density2,663/mi²
Male / Female24% / 76%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$173,274
Per Capita$29,577
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute54 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking14.6%
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation571 ft (174 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute54 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries3

Is Custer Park a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Custer Park is $173,274, which is significantly higher than the national average — 131% above $75,149. This places Custer Park among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Custer Park is $218,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% 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

Custer Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 37.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Custer Park has a population of 426 with a density of 2,663 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%).

Population

426
Total Population
2,663
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 23.9%
Female 76.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Custer Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Custer Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Custer Park is $173,274, which is 131% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 54 minutes.

Income: Custer Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$173,274
131% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,577
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time53.9 min
Drive Alone98.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Custer Park is $218,800, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,800
22% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied31.0%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.02%
In Custer Park, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 18.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Custer Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma8.6%
COPD6.2%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression18.2%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate67.7%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Custer Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation571 ft (174 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,663/sq mi
Coordinates41.2427°N, 88.1295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,663/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute53.9 min
Drive Alone98.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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