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Exeter, IL

Illinois

Exeter is a small town in Illinois with a population of 101. Residents earn $57,143 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
101 Population 146/sq mi density
$57,143 Median Income $26,007 per capita
$90,000 Home Value
$683 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,143 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,143
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.1%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.8%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population101
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,143
Per Capita$26,007
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.8%
County GDP$208M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units50
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation603 ft (184 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.1%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute19 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries2

Is Exeter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Exeter receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Exeter offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Exeter is $57,143, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Exeter is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 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

4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Exeter experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Exeter has a population of 101 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

101
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Exeter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Exeter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Exeter is $57,143, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Exeter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,143
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,007
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.8%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Exeter is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Exeter, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Dentists1:4,790
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death9,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access8.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Exeter has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation603 ft (184 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates39.7191°N, 90.4960°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 4.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.1%
88% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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