Illinois
De Soto is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,701. Residents earn $52,131 per year, which is 31% below the national average.
Based on current data, De Soto receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. De Soto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in De Soto is $52,131, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in De Soto is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $749 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 503 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 377 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.
17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
De Soto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $52,131 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,825 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,085 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,530 |
| Unemployment | 5.3% |
| 47% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,137 |
| County GDP | $3,297M |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Healthcare | 182 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 44 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,688 |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.53% |
| Commute Time | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
| Census Median | $88,800 |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $126,323 |
| Census Median Rent | $749 |
| 36% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 45.1% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,688 |
| 91% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 7.53% |
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.9% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.5% |
| Depression | 25.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 14.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 10,751/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Total Violent | 502.8/100K |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 502.8/100K |
| Total Property | 377.1/100K |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 125.7/100K |
| Theft | 251.4/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.4°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 33°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 44.0 inches |
| 16% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 401 ft (122 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,869/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.8157°N, 89.2270°W |
| County FIPS | 17077 |
Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.4% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 5 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+ |
| Population Density | 1,869/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 182 |
| Restaurants | 133 |
| Retail Stores | 177 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 18.2 min |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |