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Cypress, IL

Illinois

Cypress is a small town in Illinois with a population of 264. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
264 Population 352/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $21,541 per capita
$72,500 Home Value
$1,071 Median Rent 14.2% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $1,071/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density352/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$21,541
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$223M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units116
Rent Burden14.2%

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking21.0%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation380 ft (116 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute25 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries1

Is Cypress a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cypress receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cypress offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cypress is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cypress is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Cypress enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°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 49.4 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cypress has a population of 264 with a density of 352 people per square mile. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

264
Total Population
352
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cypress vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cypress vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cypress is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cypress vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,541
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$51,047

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)105
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cypress is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg
Rent Burden14.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.86%
In Cypress, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,228
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death12,463/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Cypress has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation380 ft (116 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density352/sq mi
Coordinates37.3657°N, 89.0189°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density352/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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