Home Value $46,000

84% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.0%

94% lower than US avg

Median Rent $725

38% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.5%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.9%

75% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 61.5%

396% higher than US avg

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

People

Population133

Median Age38.5 yrs

Density359/mi²

Male / Female68% / 32%

Largest GroupWhite 65%

Veterans12.6%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$18,294

Unemployment0.9%

Poverty61.5%

County GDP$2,021M

Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$46,000

Rent$725

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$134,830

Housing Units81

Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity39.5%

Uninsured10.2%

Smoking19.4%

Depression24.9%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain42.1 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation617 ft (188 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.0%

High School+75.8%

Graduate+1.8%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%

Commute23 min

Broadband61.0%

Libraries6

Is Donnellson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donnellson receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Donnellson faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 61.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donnellson is $46,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Donnellson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Donnellson has a population of 133 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.7%), with 27.8% Hispanic, 7.5% Black.

Population

133

Total Population

359

People / sq mi

38.5yrs

Median Age

1% below US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.4%

Female 31.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Donnellson 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

Donnellson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donnellson is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 61.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Donnellson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$18,294
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,603
IRS Avg AGI	$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.9%
	75% below US avg
Poverty Rate	61.5%
	396% above US avg
Establishments (County)	697
County GDP	$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants	77
Healthcare	66
Retail	112
Manufacturing	23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,300
	23% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	9.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.8 min
Drive Alone	71.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Donnellson is $46,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,830.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$46,000
	84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$134,830

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$725
	38% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

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	86.9%
Housing Units	81
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,300
	23% above US avg
Effective Rate	9.35%

In Donnellson, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.5%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.9%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.4%
	39% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.5%
Physical Inactivity	26.3%
Depression	24.9%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	83.1%
Uninsured	10.2%
	19% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	57.3%
Premature Death	11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	38.3%
Healthcare Facilities	66

Donnellson has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	30°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	42.1 inches
	11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	617 ft (188 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density	359/sq mi
Coordinates	39.0305°N, 89.4756°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17135

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%

D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.0%
	94% below US avg
High School+	75.8%
Graduate Degree+	1.8%
School Test Score	5.34

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	359/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	61.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	66
Restaurants	77
Retail Stores	112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.8 min
Drive Alone	71.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.1%

Donnellson, IL

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Donnellson a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Donnellson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Donnellson vs U.S. Average

Income: Donnellson 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: Donnellson 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

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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