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Elsah, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Elsah is a small town in Illinois with a population of 655. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
655 Population 601/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $10,278 per capita
$207,100 Home Value $189,077 Zillow
$1,708 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$207,100 home value, $1,708/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
61.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $207,100
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 61.4%
82% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,708
47% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age20.6 yrs
Density601/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 70%
Veterans0.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$10,278
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$26,419M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$207,100
Rent$1,708
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,077
Housing Units115
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+61.4%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+42.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute11 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries11

Is Elsah a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elsah receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Elsah stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elsah is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elsah is $207,100, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,708 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Elsah is a highly educated community — 61.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Elsah enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elsah has a population of 655 with a density of 601 people per square mile. The median age is 20.6 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.4%), with 10.5% Black.

Population

655
Total Population
601
People / sq mi
20.6yrs
Median Age
47% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elsah vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only81.4%
4% above US avg
Spanish18.6%
39% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Elsah vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elsah is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Elsah vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$10,278
Avg Weekly Wage$1,156
IRS Avg AGI$93,968

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)10,945
County GDP$26,419M

Business (County)

Restaurants848
Healthcare1,250
Retail1,071
Manufacturing220

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,024
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.9 min
Drive Alone26.8%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Elsah is $207,100, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,708 (47% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,077.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$207,100
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,077

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,708
47% above US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.9%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,024
44% above US avg
Effective Rate2.43%
In Elsah, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death6,250/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,250
Elsah has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density601/sq mi
Coordinates38.9541°N, 90.3553°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29183
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 61.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 17-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.8%
D 40.8%

Winner: Republican by 17 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+61.4%
82% above US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+42.7%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density601/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities1,250
Restaurants848
Retail Stores1,071

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.9 min
Drive Alone26.8%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home16.5%

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