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Dongola, IL

Illinois

Dongola is a small town in Illinois with a population of 576. Residents earn $35,250 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
576 Population 528/sq mi density
$35,250 Median Income $27,585 per capita
$67,500 Home Value $143,231 Zillow
$440 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$35,250 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,500 home value, $440/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,250
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,500
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $440
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density528/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,250
Per Capita$27,585
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$533M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,500
Rent$440
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,231
Housing Units320
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking17.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+78.1%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband57.3%
Libraries4

Is Dongola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dongola receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dongola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dongola is $35,250, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dongola is $67,500, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $440 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dongola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dongola has a population of 576 with a density of 528 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.7%).

Population

576
Total Population
528
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dongola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dongola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dongola is $35,250, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Dongola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,250
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,585
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$59,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)329
County GDP$533M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare60
Retail57
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Dongola is $67,500, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $440 (62% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,231.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,500
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,231

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$440
62% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.4%
Housing Units320
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Effective Rate6.08%
In Dongola, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death10,018/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Dongola has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density528/sq mi
Coordinates37.3571°N, 89.1650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 57.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+78.1%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density528/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.3%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants41
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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