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Dana, IL

Illinois

Dana is a small town in Illinois with a population of 166. Residents earn $55,833 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
166 Population 755/sq mi density
$55,833 Median Income $19,411 per capita
$83,000 Home Value $219,852 Zillow
$733 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$55,833 median income, 17.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,000 home value, $733/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,833
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.8%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 17.1%
375% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population166
Median Age34.1 yrs
Density755/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,833
Per Capita$19,411
Unemployment17.1%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,000
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$219,852
Housing Units57
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.7%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation671 ft (205 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.8%
High School+93.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute35 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries7

Is Dana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dana receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Dana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dana is $55,833, 26% below the national average of $75,149. At 17.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dana is $83,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 25.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dana has a population of 166 with a density of 755 people per square mile. The median age is 34.1 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

166
Total Population
755
People / sq mi
34.1yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.4%
Female 47.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Dana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dana is $55,833, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 17.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Dana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,833
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,411
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086
IRS Avg AGI$74,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.1%
375% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)865
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare64
Retail116
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Drive Alone98.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dana is $83,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $219,852.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$219,852

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%
Housing Units57
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate6.21%
In Dana, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.1%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death9,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities64
Dana has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall25.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation671 ft (205 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density755/sq mi
Coordinates40.9565°N, 88.9500°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 3.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.8%
89% below US avg
High School+93.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density755/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants80
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Drive Alone98.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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