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Eldred, IL

Illinois · Greene County

Eldred is a small town in Illinois with a population of 184. Residents earn $67,500 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 1,415/sq mi density
$67,500 Median Income $41,989 per capita
$82,800 Home Value
$542 Median Rent 47.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$67,500 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,800 home value, $542/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,500
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density1,415/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,500
Per Capita$41,989
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$431M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,800
Rent$542
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units118
Rent Burden47.0%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation446 ft (136 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute44 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries4

Is Eldred a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eldred receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 long commute times. Eldred offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eldred is $67,500, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eldred is $82,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 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.

Education

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Eldred experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Eldred has a population of 184 with a density of 1,415 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

184
Total Population
1,415
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Eldred vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Eldred vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eldred is $67,500, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 44 minutes.

Income: Eldred vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,500
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,989
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$60,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail35
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.6 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Eldred is $82,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,800
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below US avg
Rent Burden47.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units118
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.49%
In Eldred, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,922
Dentists1:2,913
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death10,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Eldred has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation446 ft (136 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,415/sq mi
Coordinates39.2862°N, 90.5540°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyGreene County County
County FIPS17061
Eldred is located in Greene County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.8-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,415/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountyGreene County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.6 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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