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Deer Creek, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Deer Creek is a small town in Illinois with a population of 566. Residents earn $87,813 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
566 Population 1,048/sq mi density
$87,813 Median Income $43,344 per capita
$141,400 Home Value $220,871 Zillow
$1,108 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$87,813 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$141,400 home value, $1,108/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,813
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $141,400
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.4%
25% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,108
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population566
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density1,048/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,813
Per Capita$43,344
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$141,400
Rent$1,108
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$220,871
Housing Units273
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,847/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary568/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking12.3%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation755 ft (230 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.4%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.4%
Libraries9

Is Deer Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Deer Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Creek is $87,813, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Creek is $141,400, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,108 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Deer Creek is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,847 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Deer Creek has a population of 566 with a density of 1,048 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

566
Total Population
1,048
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Deer Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Creek is $87,813, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Deer Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,813
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,344
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Creek is $141,400, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,108 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,871.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,400
50% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,871

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,108
5% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units273
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate4.77%
In Deer Creek, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deer Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,249
Dentists1:5,447
Mental Health1:2,252
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42
Deer Creek has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,847 per 100,000 (6% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Deer Creek vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,846.6/100K
6% below US avg
Burglary568.2/100K
Theft1,136.4/100K
Vehicle Theft142.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Deer Creek has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation755 ft (230 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,048/sq mi
Coordinates40.6295°N, 89.3317°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 89.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.4%
25% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,048/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.4%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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