Emden, IL

Illinois

Emden is a small town in Illinois with a population of 374. Residents earn $68,875 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
374 Population 1,558/sq mi density
$68,875 Median Income $41,545 per capita
$111,300 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,875 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,300 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,875
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density1,558/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,875
Per Capita$41,545
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$1,344M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,300
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units176
Rent Burden17.3%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+96.7%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries5

Is Emden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emden receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Emden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emden is $68,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emden is $111,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Emden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°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 39.8 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Emden has a population of 374 with a density of 1,558 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

374
Total Population
1,558
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Emden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Emden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emden is $68,875, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Emden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,875
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,545
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$67,999

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$1,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare57
Retail71
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Emden is $111,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,300
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.8%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Emden, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death7,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities57
Emden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°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

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,558/sq mi
Coordinates40.2982°N, 89.4851°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+96.7%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,558/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants65
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Drive Alone84.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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