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De Witt, IL

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De Witt is a small town in Illinois with a population of 168. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
168 Population 700/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $30,314 per capita
$93,500 Home Value $209,068 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $93,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$30,314
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$1,629M
Commute56 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$209,068
Housing Units124
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation734 ft (224 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score4.99

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute56 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries4

Is De Witt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Witt receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. De Witt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Witt is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Witt is $93,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

De Witt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°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 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

De Witt has a population of 168 with a density of 700 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 (97.6%).

Population

168
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

De Witt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

De Witt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Witt is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: De Witt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,314
Avg Weekly Wage$1,292
IRS Avg AGI$75,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)346
County GDP$1,629M

Business (County)

Restaurants35
Healthcare26
Retail56
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,043
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.7 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in De Witt is $93,500, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $209,068.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$209,068

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$790
2 Bedrooms$1,036
3 Bedrooms$1,242
4 Bedrooms$1,738

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.9%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,043
44% above US avg
Effective Rate5.39%
In De Witt, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death9,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities26
De Witt 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. 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation734 ft (224 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates40.1846°N, 88.7853°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17039
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.9-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score4.99
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants35
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.7 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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