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Elizabethtown, IL

Illinois

Elizabethtown is a small town in Illinois with a population of 303. Residents earn $20,645 per year, which is 73% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
303 Population 427/sq mi density
$20,645 Median Income $19,921 per capita
$65,800 Home Value $136,188 Zillow
$232 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$20,645 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$65,800 home value, $232/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,645
73% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,800
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $232
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population303
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density427/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$20,645
Per Capita$19,921
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$125M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,800
Rent$232
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,188
Housing Units263
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking18.2%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation403 ft (123 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute17 min
Broadband57.4%
Libraries1

Is Elizabethtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elizabethtown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, high obesity rates. Elizabethtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $20,645, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elizabethtown is $65,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $232 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Elizabethtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elizabethtown has a population of 303 with a density of 427 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

303
Total Population
427
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elizabethtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elizabethtown is $20,645, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Elizabethtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,645
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,921
Avg Weekly Wage$888
IRS Avg AGI$54,659

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)57
County GDP$125M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare11
Retail8

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elizabethtown is $65,800, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $232 (80% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,188.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,800
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,188

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$232
80% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.0%
Housing Units263
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

In Elizabethtown, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death12,840/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access73.8%
Healthcare Facilities11
Elizabethtown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation403 ft (123 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density427/sq mi
Coordinates37.4499°N, 88.3035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.8-point margin. 57.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.3%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density427/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.4%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants9
Retail Stores8

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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