Earlville, IL

Illinois

Earlville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,015. Residents earn $62,763 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,015 Population 1,679/sq mi density
$62,763 Median Income $26,134 per capita
$127,300 Home Value $234,473 Zillow
$998 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
121 Violent Crime/100K 1,938 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$62,763 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,300 home value, $998/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,763
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,300
55% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.4%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $998
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.0%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,015
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density1,679/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,763
Per Capita$26,134
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty9.0%
County GDP$7,670M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,300
Rent$998
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$234,473

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property1,938/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault61/100K
Burglary485/100K

Health

Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Elevation701 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.4%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute33 min
Libraries12

Is Earlville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Earlville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Earlville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Earlville is $62,763, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Earlville is $127,300, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $998 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Earlville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,938 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Earlville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Earlville has a population of 2,015 with a density of 1,679 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

2,015
Total Population
1,679
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Earlville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.6%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.4%
67% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Earlville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Earlville is $62,763, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Earlville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,763
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,134
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$69,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.0%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,450
County GDP$7,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants328
Healthcare242
Retail377
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Earlville is $127,300, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $998 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,300
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$234,473
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.2%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$998
14% 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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Effective Rate4.93%
In Earlville, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death8,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities242
Earlville has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,938 per 100,000 (1% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent121.1/100K
68% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape60.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault60.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,938.2/100K
1% below US avg
Burglary484.6/100K
Theft1,393.1/100K
Vehicle Theft60.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Earlville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation701 ft (214 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Coordinates41.5881°N, 88.9230°W
County FIPS17099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 8.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.4%
75% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,679/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants328
Retail Stores377

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Work from Home4.7%

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