Edinburg, IL

Illinois

Edinburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,163. Residents earn $95,292 per year, which is 27% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,163 Population 1,846/sq mi density
$95,292 Median Income $43,034 per capita
$111,300 Home Value $166,852 Zillow
$829 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$95,292 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value, $829/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,292
27% higher than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $829
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,163
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density1,846/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$95,292
Per Capita$43,034
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,970M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
Rent$829
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,852

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property471/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary94/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation596 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Libraries5

Is Edinburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edinburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Edinburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edinburg is $95,292, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edinburg is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Edinburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 471 per 100,000, 76% below the national average.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Edinburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edinburg has a population of 1,163 with a density of 1,846 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 3% Black.

Population

1,163
Total Population
1,846
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Edinburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edinburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edinburg is $95,292, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Edinburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,292
27% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,034
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$68,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,970M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare58
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Edinburg is $111,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $829 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,852.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,852

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$829
29% 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-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Edinburg, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Edinburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 471 per 100,000 (76% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property470.8/100K
76% below US avg
Burglary94.2/100K
Theft376.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Edinburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation596 ft (182 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,846/sq mi
Coordinates39.6579°N, 89.3901°W
County FIPS17021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,846/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants80
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Work from Home7.0%

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