Median Income
$73,147
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$128,900
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
3.5%
72% lower than US avg
How Farmer City Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,001
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density834/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A
Median Income$73,147
Per Capita$30,591
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,629M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$128,900
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,384
Health
Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation719 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Libraries4
Is Farmer City a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Farmer City receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Farmer City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Farmer City is $73,147, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Farmer City is $128,900, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Farmer City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Farmer City has a population of 2,001 with a density of 834 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%).
Population
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Farmer City vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Farmer City vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Farmer City is $73,147, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Farmer City vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $73,147 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,591 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,292 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $75,073 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 3.5% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 346 |
| County GDP | $1,629M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 35 |
| Healthcare | 26 |
| Retail | 56 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,043 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.91% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
The median home value in Farmer City is $128,900, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,384.
Home Values
| Census Median | $128,900 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $162,384 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $500 |
| 57% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,043 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.91% |
In Farmer City, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Farmer City vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.1% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,246/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 26 |
Crime Rates: Farmer City vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Farmer City has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.1°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.6 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 719 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 834/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2481°N, 88.6418°W |
| County FIPS | 17039 |