Divernon, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Divernon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,262. Residents earn $72,936 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,262 Population 1,661/sq mi density
$72,936 Median Income $31,171 per capita
$123,900 Home Value $158,881 Zillow
$839 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$72,936 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,900 home value, $839/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,936
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,900
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,262
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,661/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,936
Per Capita$31,171
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,900
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,881

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,118/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary172/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation610 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+91.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is Divernon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Divernon receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Divernon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Divernon is $72,936, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Divernon is $123,900, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 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.

Safety & Crime

Divernon 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 1,118 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Divernon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 16.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Divernon has a population of 1,262 with a density of 1,661 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

1,262
Total Population
1,661
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Divernon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Divernon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Divernon is $72,936, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Divernon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,936
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,171
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Divernon is $123,900, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,881.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,900
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,881

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$85
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% 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-Occupied80.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate5.88%
In Divernon, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.0%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489
Divernon has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,118 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Divernon 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 Property1,117.8/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary172.0/100K
Theft945.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Divernon has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall16.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,661/sq mi
Coordinates39.5704°N, 89.6536°W
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,661/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home15.6%

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