Dupo, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Dupo is a small town in Illinois with a population of 3,914. Residents earn $57,899 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
3,914 Population 612/sq mi density
$57,899 Median Income $31,315 per capita
$109,000 Home Value $121,358 Zillow
$932 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
705 Violent Crime/100K 1,663 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,899 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,000 home value, $932/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
705 violent crimes/100K (86% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,899
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,000
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 705/100K
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $932
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,914
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density612/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,899
Per Capita$31,315
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$40,403M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,000
Rent$932
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,358

Crime

F
Violent705/100K
Property1,663/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault680/100K
Burglary252/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute25 min
Libraries16

Is Dupo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dupo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Dupo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dupo is $57,899, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dupo is $109,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $932 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.

Safety & Crime

With 705 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,663 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Dupo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches, including 13.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dupo has a population of 3,914 with a density of 612 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 6.6% Black.

Population

3,914
Total Population
612
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dupo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dupo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dupo is $57,899, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Dupo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,899
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,315
Avg Weekly Wage$1,519
IRS Avg AGI$63,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,318
County GDP$40,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,029
Healthcare2,212
Retail810
Manufacturing366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Dupo is $109,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $932 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,358.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$121,358
Median List Price$229,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,000
$/Sq Ft$112
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio104.2%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$932
20% 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-Occupied59.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
In Dupo, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death15,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Dupo has a violent crime rate of 705 per 100,000 residents, 86% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,663 per 100,000 (15% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Dupo vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent705.5/100K
86% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery25.2/100K
Assault680.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,662.9/100K
15% below US avg
Burglary252.0/100K
Theft1,335.4/100K
Vehicle Theft75.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Dupo has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall13.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density612/sq mi
Coordinates38.5161°N, 90.2176°W
County FIPS29510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 64.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 81.4%

Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density612/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Restaurants1,029
Retail Stores810

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home5.7%

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