Illinois · Metropolitan Area
East Dubuque is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,427. Residents earn $62,313 per year, which is 17% below the national average.
Based on current data, East Dubuque receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. East Dubuque offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in East Dubuque is $62,313, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in East Dubuque is $146,800, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $909 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 715 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 1,073 per 100,000, 45% below the national average.
21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
East Dubuque experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 97.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $62,313 |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $34,726 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,128 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,704 |
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,728 |
| County GDP | $9,160M |
| Restaurants | 242 |
| Healthcare | 316 |
| Retail | 397 |
| Manufacturing | 149 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,807 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.96% |
| Commute Time | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |
| Census Median | $146,800 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $231,070 |
| Census Median Rent | $909 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,807 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.96% |
| Obesity | 36.1% |
| 12% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.1% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
| Binge Drinking | 21.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.3% |
| Depression | 23.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,844/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 82.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 316 |
| Total Violent | 715.1/100K |
| 88% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 715.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,072.7/100K |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 119.2/100K |
| Theft | 953.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.2°F |
| 13% below US avg | |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 38.2 inches |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 42.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 743 ft (226 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 495/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.4883°N, 90.6242°W |
| County FIPS | 19061 |
Winner: Republican by 8.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.3% |
| 37% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 495/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 8 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 316 |
| Restaurants | 242 |
| Retail Stores | 397 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| FEMA Disaster Declarations | 91 |
| Avg Commute | 16.1 min |
| Work from Home | 3.9% |