Energy, IL

Illinois

Energy is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,171. Residents earn $70,417 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
1,171 Population 976/sq mi density
$70,417 Median Income $35,715 per capita
$138,500 Home Value $153,894 Zillow
$835 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
260 Violent Crime/100K 433 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$70,417 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$138,500 home value, $835/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
260 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,417
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $138,500
51% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 260/100K
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $835
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,171
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density976/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,417
Per Capita$35,715
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$138,500
Rent$835
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,894

Crime

F
Violent260/100K
Property433/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault260/100K
Burglary173/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Elevation452 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Energy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Energy receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Energy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Energy is $70,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 6.8% 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 Energy is $138,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $835 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Energy is below the national average at 260 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 433 per 100,000, 78% below the national average.

Education

24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Energy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Energy has a population of 1,171 with a density of 976 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%), with 14.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,171
Total Population
976
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Energy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Energy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Energy is $70,417, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Energy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,417
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,715
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Energy is $138,500, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $835 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,894.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$138,500
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$153,894

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$835
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate4.83%
In Energy, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
Energy has a violent crime rate of 260 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 433 per 100,000 (78% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Energy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent260.0/100K
32% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault260.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property433.3/100K
78% below US avg
Burglary173.3/100K
Theft260.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson173.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Energy has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation452 ft (138 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density976/sq mi
Coordinates37.7707°N, 89.0239°W
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density976/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home9.4%

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