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Fillmore, IL

Illinois

Fillmore is a small town in Illinois with a population of 257. Residents earn $47,375 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
257 Population 389/sq mi density
$47,375 Median Income $29,354 per capita
$64,700 Home Value $180,243 Zillow
$613 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$47,375 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,700 home value, $613/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,375
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,700
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age53.8 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,375
Per Capita$29,354
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,700
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,243
Housing Units149
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking19.4%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute40 min
Broadband75.9%
Libraries6

Is Fillmore a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fillmore receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Fillmore offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fillmore is $47,375, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fillmore is $64,700, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fillmore experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fillmore has a population of 257 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 53.8 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

257
Total Population
389
People / sq mi
53.8yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Fillmore vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fillmore vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fillmore is $47,375, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Fillmore vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,375
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,354
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Fillmore is $64,700, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,243.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,700
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,243

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.7%
Housing Units149
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate6.65%
In Fillmore, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 26.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity26.5%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits56.3%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Fillmore has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density389/sq mi
Coordinates39.1147°N, 89.2789°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density389/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Nearby Cities

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