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Equality, IL

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Equality is a small town in Illinois with a population of 539. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
539 Population 613/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $28,173 per capita
$84,500 Home Value
$419 Median Rent 29.5% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,500 home value, $419/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $419
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population539
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density613/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$28,173
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$173M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,500
Rent$419
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units272
Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+4.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries1

Is Equality a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Equality receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Equality offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Equality is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Equality is $84,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $419 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% 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

Equality enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Equality has a population of 539 with a density of 613 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

539
Total Population
613
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Equality vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Equality vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Equality is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Equality vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,173
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$65,744

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)125
County GDP$173M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare7
Retail13
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Equality is $84,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $419 (64% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,500
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$419
64% below US avg
Rent Burden29.5%

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 Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In Equality, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Mental Health1:2,335
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits51.2%
Premature Death12,280/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.7/10
Exercise Access35.9%
Healthcare Facilities7
Equality has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density613/sq mi
Coordinates37.7369°N, 88.3422°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.9-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+4.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density613/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants7
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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