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Florence, IL

Illinois

Florence is a small town in Illinois with a population of 12. Residents earn $26,250 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
12 Population 43/sq mi density
$26,250 Median Income $20,642 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,250
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population12
Median Age68.0 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,250
Per Capita$20,642
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$208M
Commute9 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units28
Rent Burden18.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation497 ft (151 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+70.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute9 min
Broadband8.0%
Libraries2

Is Florence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Florence receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Florence offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Florence is $26,250, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Florence is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Florence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°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 40.5 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Florence has a population of 12 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 68.0 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

12
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
68.0yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Florence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Florence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Florence is $26,250, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 9 minutes.

Income: Florence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,250
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,642
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time9.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Florence is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.0%
Housing Units28
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate4.47%
Florence has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall15.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation497 ft (151 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates39.6284°N, 90.6128°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 8.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+70.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access8.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute9.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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