De Pue, IL

Illinois

De Pue is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,594. Residents earn $56,176 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,594 Population 651/sq mi density
$56,176 Median Income $29,997 per capita
$63,600 Home Value
$893 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
171 Violent Crime/100K 627 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$56,176 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$63,600 home value, $893/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
171 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,176
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $63,600
77% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 171/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,594
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density651/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 48%

Economy

B
Median Income$56,176
Per Capita$29,997
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$428M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$63,600
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent171/100K
Property627/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault171/100K
Burglary57/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation483 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+79.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute25 min
Libraries6

Is De Pue a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Pue receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. De Pue has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Pue is $56,176, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Pue is $63,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in De Pue is below the national average at 171 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 627 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

De Pue experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

De Pue has a population of 1,594 with a density of 651 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 2% Black.

Population

1,594
Total Population
651
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

De Pue vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only61.3%
22% below US avg
Spanish38.7%
189% above US avg

Social Characteristics

De Pue vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Pue is $56,176, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: De Pue vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,176
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,997
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above 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 Rate7.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in De Pue is $63,600, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$63,600
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$893
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate7.21%
In De Pue, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.9% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma9.2%
COPD6.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression19.9%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
De Pue has a violent crime rate of 171 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 627 per 100,000 (68% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent170.9/100K
55% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault170.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property626.8/100K
68% below US avg
Burglary57.0/100K
Theft569.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
De Pue has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation483 ft (147 m)
Area2.5 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density651/sq mi
Coordinates41.3296°N, 89.3037°W
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+79.4%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density651/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home1.8%

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