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Enfield, IL

Illinois

Enfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 497. Residents earn $39,063 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 492/sq mi density
$39,063 Median Income $23,766 per capita
$59,600 Home Value $114,913 Zillow
$450 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$39,063 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,600 home value, $450/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,063
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $450
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density492/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,063
Per Capita$23,766
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$724M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,600
Rent$450
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$114,913
Housing Units272
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking16.6%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation480 ft (146 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband82.6%
Libraries4

Is Enfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Enfield receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Enfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Enfield is $39,063, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Enfield is $59,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $450 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Enfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Enfield has a population of 497 with a density of 492 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.6%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

497
Total Population
492
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Enfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Enfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Enfield is $39,063, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Enfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,063
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,766
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$67,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)343
County GDP$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare38
Retail53
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,617
3% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Enfield is $59,600, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $450 (61% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $114,913.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,600
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$114,913

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$450
61% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%
Housing Units272
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,617
3% above US avg
Effective Rate6.07%
In Enfield, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.5%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,446
Dentists1:2,269
Mental Health1:558
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits56.5%
Premature Death10,324/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access52.2%
Healthcare Facilities38
Enfield has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation480 ft (146 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density492/sq mi
Coordinates38.1009°N, 88.3381°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17193
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.4-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density492/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants25
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone71.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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