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Fieldon, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Fieldon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 162. Residents earn $75,208 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
162 Population 810/sq mi density
$75,208 Median Income $37,771 per capita
$92,100 Home Value $177,335 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,208 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,100 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,208
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population162
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density810/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,208
Per Capita$37,771
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$673M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,335
Housing Units116
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation692 ft (211 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries1

Is Fieldon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fieldon receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Fieldon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fieldon is $75,208, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fieldon is $92,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fieldon 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.

Fieldon has a population of 162 with a density of 810 people per square mile. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

162
Total Population
810
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fieldon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fieldon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fieldon is $75,208, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Fieldon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,208
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,771
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$72,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% 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 Rate5.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fieldon is $92,100, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,335.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,100
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,335

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-Occupied94.0%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Rate5.73%
In Fieldon, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death9,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Fieldon 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

Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density810/sq mi
Coordinates39.1087°N, 90.4996°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17083
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.2-point margin. 83.0% 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+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density810/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants54
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone91.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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