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Ellis Grove, IL

Illinois

Ellis Grove is a small town in Illinois with a population of 330. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
330 Population 673/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $30,736 per capita
$79,500 Home Value $170,472 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,500 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population330
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density673/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$30,736
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$2,023M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,472
Housing Units145
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation594 ft (181 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband73.5%
Libraries8

Is Ellis Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellis Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ellis Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellis Grove is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellis Grove is $79,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 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

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellis Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°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 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ellis Grove has a population of 330 with a density of 673 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%).

Population

330
Total Population
673
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellis Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellis Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellis Grove is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ellis Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,736
Avg Weekly Wage$1,070
IRS Avg AGI$66,068

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)596
County GDP$2,023M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare68
Retail94
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,703
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellis Grove is $79,500, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,472.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,500
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,472

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units145
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,703
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.66%
In Ellis Grove, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ellis Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits64.7%
Premature Death8,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities68
Ellis Grove has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density673/sq mi
Coordinates38.0102°N, 89.9126°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 73.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density673/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants76
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone95.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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