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Damiansville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Damiansville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 578. Residents earn $101,094 per year, which is 35% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
578 Population 705/sq mi density
$101,094 Median Income $42,287 per capita
$190,600 Home Value $222,859 Zillow
$1,094 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$101,094 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,600 home value, $1,094/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,094
35% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,600
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.1%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,094
6% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population578
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density705/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,094
Per Capita$42,287
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,600
Rent$1,094
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,859
Housing Units202
Rent Burden17.0%

Health

Obesity40.5%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking13.1%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation429 ft (131 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.1%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+11.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband92.8%
Libraries5

Is Damiansville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Damiansville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Damiansville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Damiansville is $101,094, which is significantly higher than the national average — 35% above $75,149. This places Damiansville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Damiansville is $190,600, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,094 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Damiansville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Damiansville has a population of 578 with a density of 705 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

578
Total Population
705
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Damiansville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.7%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.3%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Damiansville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Damiansville is $101,094, which is 35% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Damiansville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,094
35% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,287
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$80,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)940
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail136
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Damiansville is $190,600, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,094 (6% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,859.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,600
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,859

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,094
6% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Rate2.64%
In Damiansville, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,066
Dentists1:3,076
Mental Health1:1,672
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Damiansville has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation429 ft (131 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density705/sq mi
Coordinates38.5088°N, 89.6150°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.1%
8% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+11.6%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density705/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.3%
Work from Home14.2%

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