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Fidelity, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Fidelity is a small town in Illinois with a population of 105. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
105 Population 1,050/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $10,520 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.0%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density1,050/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans60.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$10,520
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$673M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.9%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation632 ft (193 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.0%
High School+65.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute13 min
Broadband25.0%
Libraries1

Is Fidelity a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fidelity 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fidelity offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fidelity is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fidelity is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fidelity experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°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 42.2 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fidelity has a population of 105 with a density of 1,050 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

105
Total Population
1,050
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fidelity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.7%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.3%
29% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Fidelity vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fidelity is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Fidelity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$10,520
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$72,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$673M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare41
Retail58
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fidelity is $92,500, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.0%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Rate5.71%
In Fidelity, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.8%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,133
Dentists1:2,125
Mental Health1:753
Checkup Rate72.4%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death9,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Fidelity has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation632 ft (193 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Coordinates39.1546°N, 90.1645°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17083
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.2-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.0%
85% below US avg
High School+65.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,050/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access25.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants54
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone69.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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