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Farina, IL

Illinois

Farina is a small town in Illinois with a population of 606. Residents earn $42,098 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
606 Population 415/sq mi density
$42,098 Median Income $25,752 per capita
$71,400 Home Value
$722 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$42,098 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$71,400 home value, $722/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,098
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $71,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $722
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.2%
103% higher than US avg

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

People

Population606
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density415/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$42,098
Per Capita$25,752
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty25.2%
County GDP$1,758M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$71,400
Rent$722
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units252
Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity41.4%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking21.8%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation572 ft (174 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+76.0%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband87.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Farina a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farina receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Farina offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farina is $42,098, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 25.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farina is $71,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Farina experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°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 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Farina has a population of 606 with a density of 415 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

606
Total Population
415
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Farina vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farina vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farina is $42,098, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Farina vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,098
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,752
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$60,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.2%
103% above US avg
Establishments (County)796
County GDP$1,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare114
Retail121
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Farina is $71,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $722 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$71,400
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$722
38% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.4%
Housing Units252
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate6.34%
In Farina, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 21.8% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD10.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.8%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,876
Dentists1:2,840
Mental Health1:248
Checkup Rate74.1%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death12,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities114
Farina has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.6°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation572 ft (174 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density415/sq mi
Coordinates38.8298°N, 88.7809°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.5-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.1%
73% below US avg
High School+76.0%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density415/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.7%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants86
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone89.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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