Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 30.6%

5% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population71

Median Age40.3 yrs

Density710/mi²

Male / Female11% / 89%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$19,735

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$15,450M

Commute21 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$344,095

Housing Units80

Rent Burden31.2%

Health

Obesity30.6%

Uninsured5.2%

Smoking10.6%

Depression24.7%

Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation731 ft (223 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%

Commute21 min

Broadband35.0%

Libraries11

Is Dewey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dewey receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Dewey stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dewey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dewey has a population of 71 with a density of 710 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

710

People / sq mi

40.3yrs

Median Age

4% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 11.3%

Female 88.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dewey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dewey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dewey is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Dewey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$19,735
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,235
IRS Avg AGI	$79,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	4,160
County GDP	$15,450M

Business (County)

Restaurants	590
Healthcare	419
Retail	576
Manufacturing	124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,971
	128% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	21.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,095.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values


Zillow ZHVI	$344,095

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$69
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.0%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	31.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	80
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,971
	128% above US avg

In Dewey, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 10.6% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Dewey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.6%
	5% below US avg
Diabetes	7.5%
Heart Disease	4.4%
High Blood Pressure	26.5%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	4.8%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	10.6%
	24% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.7%
Physical Inactivity	15.9%
Depression	24.7%
Mental Distress	16.7%
Physical Distress	10.3%
Short Sleep	30.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	5.2%
	40% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	74.6%
Premature Death	7,180/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	88.1%
Healthcare Facilities	419

Dewey has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 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) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.3°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.4 inches
	6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	731 ft (223 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	710/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3193°N, 88.2834°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17019

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.1-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.2%

D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	710/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Public Libraries	11
Healthcare Facilities	419
Restaurants	590
Retail Stores	576

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	21.3 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Dewey, IL

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Dewey a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Dewey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Dewey vs U.S. Average

Income: Dewey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

Health Metrics: Dewey vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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