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Donovan, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Donovan is a small town in Illinois with a population of 254. Residents earn $49,038 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
254 Population 770/sq mi density
$49,038 Median Income $20,896 per capita
$87,700 Home Value
$1,056 Median Rent 32.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$49,038 median income, 12.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,700 home value, $1,056/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,038
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,056
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.3%
242% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density770/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$49,038
Per Capita$20,896
Unemployment12.3%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$504M
Commute48 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,700
Rent$1,056
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units102
Rent Burden32.2%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation674 ft (205 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute48 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries6

Is Donovan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donovan receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Donovan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Donovan is $49,038, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.3%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Donovan is $87,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,056 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Donovan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Donovan has a population of 254 with a density of 770 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

254
Total Population
770
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Donovan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Donovan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donovan is $49,038, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Donovan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,038
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,896
Avg Weekly Wage$936
IRS Avg AGI$63,377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.3%
242% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)291
County GDP$504M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare12
Retail40
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,950
16% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.9 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Donovan is $87,700, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,056 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,700
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,056
9% below US avg
Rent Burden32.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units102
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,950
16% below US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Donovan, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:13,808
Dentists1:6,911
Mental Health1:13,960
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death10,914/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access19.1%
Healthcare Facilities12
Donovan has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation674 ft (205 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density770/sq mi
Coordinates40.8849°N, 87.6139°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS18111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density770/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants25
Retail Stores40

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.9 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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