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Ellsworth, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Ellsworth is a small town in Illinois with a population of 229. Residents earn $73,438 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
229 Population 1,041/sq mi density
$73,438 Median Income $26,179 per capita
$123,500 Home Value $246,119 Zillow
$917 Median Rent 32.5% 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
3.5 / 5.0
$73,438 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,500 home value, $917/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,438
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,500
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population229
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,041/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,438
Per Capita$26,179
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$16,910M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,500
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$246,119
Housing Units94
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation866 ft (264 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute35 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries15

Is Ellsworth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellsworth 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Ellsworth offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellsworth is $73,438, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellsworth is $123,500, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 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

10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellsworth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 20.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ellsworth has a population of 229 with a density of 1,041 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

229
Total Population
1,041
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellsworth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ellsworth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellsworth is $73,438, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Ellsworth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,438
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,179
Avg Weekly Wage$1,273
IRS Avg AGI$88,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,357
County GDP$16,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants404
Healthcare365
Retail498
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellsworth is $123,500, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,119.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,500
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,119

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.6%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Rate5.82%
In Ellsworth, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,628
Dentists1:1,426
Mental Health1:259
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death6,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities365
Ellsworth has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall20.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation866 ft (264 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Coordinates40.4495°N, 88.7161°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.4%
69% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,041/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities365
Restaurants404
Retail Stores498

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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