Median Income $68,125

9% lower than US avg

Home Value $63,300

78% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 17.9%

47% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.5%

17% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.1%

10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35

Median Age53.8 yrs

Density500/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 97%

Veterans28.0%

Economy

Median Income$68,125

Per Capita$34,789

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty11.1%

County GDP$1,119M

Commute29 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$63,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units22

Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity26.5%

Uninsured4.5%

Smoking8.9%

Depression21.6%

Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

Bachelor's+17.9%

High School+82.1%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%

Commute29 min

Broadband19.0%

Libraries4

Is Foosland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Foosland 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. Foosland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Foosland is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Foosland is $63,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Foosland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Foosland has a population of 35 with a density of 500 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 (97.1%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

500

People / sq mi

53.8yrs

Median Age

38% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%

Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Foosland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Foosland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Foosland is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Foosland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$68,125
	9% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$34,789
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,074
IRS Avg AGI	$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.1%
	10% below US avg
Establishments (County)	367
County GDP	$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants	34
Healthcare	41
Retail	47
Manufacturing	20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,571
	59% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	8.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.2 min
Drive Alone	92.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Foosland is $63,300, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$63,300
	78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	89.5%
Housing Units	22
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,571
	59% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.80%

In Foosland, 26.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.5% of residents lack health insurance. 8.9% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 14.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.5%
	17% below US avg
Diabetes	7.0%
Heart Disease	4.2%
High Blood Pressure	24.0%
Asthma	9.0%
COPD	4.3%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	8.9%
	36% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	14.3%
Depression	21.6%
Mental Distress	14.6%
Physical Distress	9.1%
Short Sleep	28.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	4.5%
	48% below US avg
Checkup Rate	67.0%
Dental Visits	61.7%
Premature Death	9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	69.2%
Healthcare Facilities	41

Foosland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.7°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.7 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	732 ft (223 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	500/sq mi
Coordinates	40.3611°N, 88.4291°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17053

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%

D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	17.9%
	47% below US avg
High School+	82.1%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	500/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	19.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	41
Restaurants	34
Retail Stores	47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.2 min
Drive Alone	92.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Foosland, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Foosland a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Foosland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Foosland vs U.S. Average

Income: Foosland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities