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Du Bois, IL

Illinois

Du Bois is a small town in Illinois with a population of 139. Residents earn $75,833 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
139 Population 132/sq mi density
$75,833 Median Income $34,566 per capita
$69,300 Home Value $147,036 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,300 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,833
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $69,300
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density132/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,833
Per Capita$34,566
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$873M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,036
Housing Units116
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+9.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute37 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries3

Is Du Bois a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Du Bois receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Du Bois stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Du Bois is $75,833, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Du Bois is $69,300, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Du Bois experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Du Bois has a population of 139 with a density of 132 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

139
Total Population
132
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36%
Female 64%

Race & Ethnicity

Du Bois vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Du Bois vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Du Bois is $75,833, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Du Bois vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,833
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,566
Avg Weekly Wage$968
IRS Avg AGI$60,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)328
County GDP$873M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare48
Retail52
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,138
18% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Du Bois is $69,300, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,036.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,300
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,036

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.9%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,138
18% above US avg
Effective Rate5.97%
In Du Bois, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Du Bois vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death9,279/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access67.4%
Healthcare Facilities48
Du Bois has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 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) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density132/sq mi
Coordinates38.2214°N, 89.2127°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+9.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density132/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants43
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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