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Dayton, IL

Illinois

Dayton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 363. Residents earn $136,458 per year, which is 82% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
363 Population 197/sq mi density
$136,458 Median Income $57,411 per capita
$235,000 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$136,458 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$235,000 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $136,458
82% higher than US avg
Home Value $235,000
17% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.8%
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density197/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$136,458
Per Capita$57,411
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$7,670M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$235,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units168
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking12.6%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation608 ft (185 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.8%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+11.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband89.3%
Libraries12

Is Dayton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dayton receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Dayton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dayton is $136,458, which is significantly higher than the national average — 82% above $75,149. This places Dayton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dayton is $235,000, 17% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dayton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°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 39.0 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dayton has a population of 363 with a density of 197 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

363
Total Population
197
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dayton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dayton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dayton is $136,458, which is 82% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Dayton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$136,458
82% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,411
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$69,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,450
County GDP$7,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants328
Healthcare242
Retail377
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dayton is $235,000, 17% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$235,000
17% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.4%
Housing Units168
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Dayton, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,658
Dentists1:1,832
Mental Health1:774
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death8,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities242
Dayton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation608 ft (185 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density197/sq mi
Coordinates41.3915°N, 88.7992°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 37.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin. 89.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.8%
12% above US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+11.0%
School Test Score5.34
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density197/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.3%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants328
Retail Stores377

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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