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Dalton City, IL

Illinois

Dalton City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 686. Residents earn $69,231 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
686 Population 1,294/sq mi density
$69,231 Median Income $33,394 per capita
$99,200 Home Value $180,673 Zillow
$640 Median Rent 17.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$69,231 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,200 home value, $640/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,231
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,200
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.4%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $640
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.5%
49% higher than US avg

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

People

Population686
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,294/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,231
Per Capita$33,394
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty18.5%
County GDP$981M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,200
Rent$640
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,673
Housing Units324
Rent Burden17.8%

Health

Obesity41.8%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking19.8%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation684 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.4%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries4

Is Dalton City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalton City 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Dalton City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dalton City is $69,231, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 18.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dalton City is $99,200, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $640 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

16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dalton City 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 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dalton City has a population of 686 with a density of 1,294 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 (94.9%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

686
Total Population
1,294
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalton City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dalton City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalton City is $69,231, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Dalton City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,231
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,394
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$79,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.5%
49% above US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$981M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare33
Retail46
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dalton City is $99,200, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $640 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,673.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,200
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,673

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$640
45% below US avg
Rent Burden17.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units324
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Effective Rate5.28%
In Dalton City, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dalton City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits57.2%
Premature Death8,830/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
Dalton City 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 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 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 Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation684 ft (208 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,294/sq mi
Coordinates39.7170°N, 88.8070°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.4%
51% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,294/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants25
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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