De Land, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

De Land is a small town in Illinois with a population of 472. Residents earn $50,500 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
472 Population 1,124/sq mi density
$50,500 Median Income $28,422 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $151,208 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$50,500 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $825/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,500
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.0%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population472
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1,124/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,500
Per Capita$28,422
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$719M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,208
Rent Burden30.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation705 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries7

Is De Land a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Land receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. De Land offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Land is $50,500, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Land is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

De Land experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

De Land has a population of 472 with a density of 1,124 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.3%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 4.2% Black.

Population

472
Total Population
1,124
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

De Land vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

De Land vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Land is $50,500, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: De Land vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,500
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,422
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$88,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$719M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare23
Retail39
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,384
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in De Land is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,208.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,208

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,384
111% above US avg
Effective Rate8.20%
In De Land, 34.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: De Land vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.0%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death6,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities23

Crime Rates: De Land vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

De Land has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,124/sq mi
Coordinates40.1218°N, 88.6435°W
County FIPS17147
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,124/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants28
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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