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Dahlgren, IL

Illinois

Dahlgren is a small town in Illinois with a population of 631. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
631 Population 619/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $18,542 per capita
$68,800 Home Value
$814 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 7.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value, $814/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.2%
100% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population631
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density619/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$18,542
Unemployment7.2%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$478M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units241
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.7%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation516 ft (157 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+86.3%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Broadband77.7%
Libraries1

Is Dahlgren a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dahlgren receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Dahlgren offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dahlgren is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dahlgren is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dahlgren enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dahlgren has a population of 631 with a density of 619 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

631
Total Population
619
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dahlgren vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dahlgren vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dahlgren is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Dahlgren vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,542
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$64,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.2%
100% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)210
County GDP$478M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare20
Retail29
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,829
19% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Dahlgren is $68,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$814
30% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.5%
Housing Units241
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,829
19% below US avg
Effective Rate4.11%
In Dahlgren, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death8,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access47.8%
Healthcare Facilities20
Dahlgren has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation516 ft (157 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density619/sq mi
Coordinates38.1981°N, 88.6847°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin. 77.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+86.3%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density619/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants6
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone90.3%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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