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East Cape Girardeau, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

East Cape Girardeau is a small town in Illinois with a population of 292. Residents earn $42,188 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
292 Population 149/sq mi density
$42,188 Median Income $16,494 per capita
$57,500 Home Value $59,218 Zillow
$953 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$42,188 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,500 home value, $953/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,188
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $953
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How East Cape Girardeau Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population292
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,188
Per Capita$16,494
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$273M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,500
Rent$953
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$59,218
Housing Units153
Rent Burden31.3%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking18.7%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation328 ft (100 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+89.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries2

Is East Cape Girardeau a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Cape Girardeau receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. East Cape Girardeau offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Cape Girardeau is $42,188, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Cape Girardeau is $57,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $953 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

East Cape Girardeau enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

East Cape Girardeau has a population of 292 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 5.5% Hispanic.

Population

292
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Cape Girardeau vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Cape Girardeau vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Cape Girardeau is $42,188, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: East Cape Girardeau vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,188
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,494
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$49,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)96
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare5
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

The median home value in East Cape Girardeau is $57,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $953 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $59,218.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$59,218

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$80
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$953
18% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In East Cape Girardeau, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Cape Girardeau vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,030
Dentists1:1,215
Mental Health1:168
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits54.0%
Premature Death16,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
East Cape Girardeau has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates37.2940°N, 89.4802°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+89.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants12
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone93.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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