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Easton, IL

Illinois

Easton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 286. Residents earn $62,188 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
286 Population 1,192/sq mi density
$62,188 Median Income $32,667 per capita
$89,100 Home Value $105,211 Zillow
$728 Median Rent 46.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$62,188 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,100 home value, $728/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,188
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $728
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population286
Median Age53.1 yrs
Density1,192/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,188
Per Capita$32,667
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$634M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,100
Rent$728
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,211
Housing Units126
Rent Burden46.3%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.7%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation511 ft (156 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute39 min
Broadband82.2%
Libraries3

Is Easton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Easton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Easton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Easton is $62,188, 17% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Easton is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $728 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

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Easton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°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 39.3 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Easton has a population of 286 with a density of 1,192 people per square mile. The median age is 53.1 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

286
Total Population
1,192
People / sq mi
53.1yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Easton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Easton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Easton is $62,188, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Easton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,188
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,667
Avg Weekly Wage$813
IRS Avg AGI$63,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)298
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare24
Retail44
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Easton is $89,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,211.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,100
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,211

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$728
37% below US avg
Rent Burden46.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.2%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Rate4.36%
In Easton, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.7% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.7%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,576
Dentists1:2,550
Mental Health1:2,505
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death10,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities24
Easton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation511 ft (156 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,192/sq mi
Coordinates40.2321°N, 89.8416°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.2-point margin. 82.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,192/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants34
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Drive Alone97.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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