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East Lynn, IL

Illinois

East Lynn is a small town in Illinois with a population of 394. Residents earn $238,281 per year, which is 217% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
394 Population 1,459/sq mi density
$238,281 Median Income $47,698 per capita
$588,500 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$238,281 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$588,500 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $238,281
217% higher than US avg
Home Value $588,500
109% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population394
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density1,459/mi²
Male / Female69% / 31%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$238,281
Per Capita$47,698
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$588,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured11.1%
Smoking15.4%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+89.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute40 min
Broadband27.3%
Libraries9

Is East Lynn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, East Lynn receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times, high obesity rates. East Lynn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Lynn is $238,281, which is significantly higher than the national average — 217% above $75,149. This places East Lynn among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in East Lynn is $588,500, making it a premium housing market at 109% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

East Lynn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

East Lynn has a population of 394 with a density of 1,459 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

394
Total Population
1,459
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 69.3%
Female 30.7%

Race & Ethnicity

East Lynn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Lynn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Lynn is $238,281, which is 217% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: East Lynn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$238,281
217% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,698
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.6 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in East Lynn is $588,500, 109% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$588,500
109% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.9%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built2013

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate0.77%
In East Lynn, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep34.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.1%
29% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
East Lynn has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Coordinates40.4662°N, 87.8007°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 27.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+89.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,459/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.3%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.6 min
Drive Alone95.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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