East Dubuque, IL

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.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,427 Population 495/sq mi density
$62,313 Median Income $34,726 per capita
$146,800 Home Value $231,070 Zillow
$909 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
715 Violent Crime/100K 1,073 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$62,313 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,800 home value, $909/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
715 violent crimes/100K (88% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,313
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,800
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 715/100K
88% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $909
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,427
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,313
Per Capita$34,726
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,800
Rent$909
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,070

Crime

F
Violent715/100K
Property1,073/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault715/100K
Burglary119/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Elevation743 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute16 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is East Dubuque a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

East Dubuque has a population of 1,427 with a density of 495 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

1,427
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

East Dubuque vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

East Dubuque vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Dubuque is $62,313, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: East Dubuque vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,313
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,726
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in East Dubuque is $146,800, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $909 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,070.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,800
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,070

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$909
22% 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-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate3.96%
In East Dubuque, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.4% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities316
East Dubuque has a violent crime rate of 715 per 100,000 residents, 88% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,073 per 100,000 (45% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent715.1/100K
88% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault715.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,072.7/100K
45% below US avg
Burglary119.2/100K
Theft953.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
East Dubuque has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation743 ft (226 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates42.4883°N, 90.6242°W
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Work from Home3.9%

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