Home Value $85,400

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.4%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 54.5%

340% higher than US avg

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

People

Population96

Median Age59.9 yrs

Density686/mi²

Male / Female79% / 21%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans85.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$23,553

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty54.5%

County GDP$308M

Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$85,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$229,209

Housing Units82

Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity35.4%

Uninsured6.3%

Smoking12.6%

Depression23.2%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Sunny Days282/yr

Elevation733 ft (223 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+76.5%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%

Commute12 min

Broadband57.0%

Libraries4

Is Fowler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fowler receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Fowler stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 54.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fowler is $85,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Fowler experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fowler has a population of 96 with a density of 686 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

686

People / sq mi

59.9yrs

Median Age

54% above US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 79.2%

Female 20.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Fowler 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

Fowler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fowler is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 54.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Fowler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$23,553
Avg Weekly Wage	$833
IRS Avg AGI	$58,729

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	54.5%
	340% above US avg
Establishments (County)	246
County GDP	$308M

Business (County)

Restaurants	14
Healthcare	30
Retail	27
Manufacturing	7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,957
	44% below US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	11.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fowler is $85,400, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $229,209.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$85,400
	70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$229,209

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	23.9%

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	100.0%
Housing Units	82
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,957
	44% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.29%

In Fowler, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.4%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	8.4%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	29.4%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.6%
	10% below US avg
Binge Drinking	21.9%
Physical Inactivity	19.1%
Depression	23.2%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.3%
	27% below US avg
Primary Care	1:5,000
Dentists	1:9,891
Mental Health	1:2,454
Checkup Rate	75.6%
Dental Visits	65.3%
Premature Death	9,061/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.7/10
Exercise Access	29.8%
Healthcare Facilities	30

Fowler has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.0°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	733 ft (223 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density	686/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0088°N, 91.2578°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	29111

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 60.1-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%

D 19.5%

Winner: Republican by 60.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	76.5%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	686/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	57.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	30
Restaurants	14
Retail Stores	27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	11.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Fowler, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Fowler a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Fowler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Fowler vs U.S. Average

Income: Fowler 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: Fowler 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

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