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Edgewood, IL

Illinois

Edgewood is a small town in Illinois with a population of 357. Residents earn $42,188 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
357 Population 353/sq mi density
$42,188 Median Income $28,004 per capita
$72,500 Home Value $113,255 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,188 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,188
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population357
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,188
Per Capita$28,004
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$699M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,255
Housing Units231
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute28 min
Broadband75.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Edgewood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edgewood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Edgewood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edgewood is $42,188, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edgewood is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Edgewood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edgewood has a population of 357 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

357
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edgewood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edgewood is $42,188, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Edgewood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,188
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,004
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$59,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)314
County GDP$699M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare43
Retail47
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,567
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit6.4%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Edgewood is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,255.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,255

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$93
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.3%
Housing Units231
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,567
2% above US avg
Effective Rate4.92%
In Edgewood, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death8,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities43
Edgewood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates38.9219°N, 88.6641°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.3-point margin. 75.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants24
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit6.4%
Work from Home4.7%

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