Dalzell, IL

Illinois

Dalzell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 716. Residents earn $74,625 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
716 Population 873/sq mi density
$74,625 Median Income $34,243 per capita
$159,400 Home Value $152,572 Zillow
$970 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$74,625 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$159,400 home value, $970/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,625
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $159,400
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population716
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density873/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,625
Per Capita$34,243
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$428M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$159,400
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,572
Housing Units284
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking16.6%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation625 ft (191 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute18 min
Broadband82.4%
Libraries6

Is Dalzell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dalzell receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Dalzell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dalzell is $74,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dalzell is $159,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dalzell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dalzell has a population of 716 with a density of 873 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

716
Total Population
873
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dalzell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dalzell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dalzell is $74,625, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Dalzell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,625
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,243
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dalzell is $159,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,572.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$159,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,572
Median List Price$449,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$449,900
$/Sq Ft$193
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$970
17% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.5%
Housing Units284
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.88%
In Dalzell, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Dalzell has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation625 ft (191 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density873/sq mi
Coordinates41.3565°N, 89.1734°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 82.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density873/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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