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Elvaston, IL

Illinois

Elvaston is a small town in Illinois with a population of 185. Residents earn $30,625 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
185 Population 231/sq mi density
$30,625 Median Income $16,095 per capita
$70,800 Home Value
$575 Median Rent 33.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$30,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,800 home value, $575/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,625
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.5%
138% higher than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$30,625
Per Capita$16,095
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.5%
County GDP$824M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,800
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92
Rent Burden33.9%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking16.4%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation658 ft (201 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries8

Is Elvaston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elvaston receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Elvaston has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elvaston is $30,625, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elvaston is $70,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Elvaston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elvaston has a population of 185 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 15.7% Black.

Population

185
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Elvaston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Elvaston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elvaston is $30,625, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Elvaston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,625
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,095
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.5%
138% above US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare25
Retail63
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elvaston is $70,800, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,800
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden33.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.6%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Elvaston, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death7,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities25
Elvaston has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 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) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation658 ft (201 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates40.3956°N, 91.2488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants37
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone92.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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