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Elliott, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Elliott is a small town in Illinois with a population of 265. Residents earn $48,750 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
265 Population 530/sq mi density
$48,750 Median Income $23,070 per capita
$81,800 Home Value
$1,045 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$48,750 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,800 home value, $1,045/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,750
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,045
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age28.0 yrs
Density530/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,750
Per Capita$23,070
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,800
Rent$1,045
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units133
Rent Burden22.8%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation771 ft (235 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+87.0%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries4

Is Elliott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elliott 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. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Elliott offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elliott is $48,750, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elliott is $81,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,045 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

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Elliott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elliott has a population of 265 with a density of 530 people per square mile. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

265
Total Population
530
People / sq mi
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elliott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elliott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elliott is $48,750, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Elliott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,750
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,070
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Elliott is $81,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,045 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,800
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,045
10% below US avg
Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate6.81%
In Elliott, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Elliott has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation771 ft (235 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density530/sq mi
Coordinates40.4662°N, 88.2769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+87.0%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density530/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants34
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone95.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.4%

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