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Garrett, IL

Illinois

Garrett is a small town in Illinois with a population of 92. Residents earn $68,214 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
92 Population 836/sq mi density
$68,214 Median Income $40,262 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$770 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,214 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $770/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,214
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.4%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density836/mi²
Male / Female57% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans86.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,214
Per Capita$40,262
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units67
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking19.0%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation672 ft (205 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.4%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute17 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries4

Is Garrett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garrett 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 a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Garrett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garrett is $68,214, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garrett is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 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

2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Garrett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°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 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Garrett has a population of 92 with a density of 836 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

92
Total Population
836
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.5%
Female 43.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Garrett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.3%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.7%
43% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garrett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garrett is $68,214, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Garrett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,214
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,262
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$76,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Garrett is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Garrett, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured13.8%
60% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.7%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Garrett has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density836/sq mi
Coordinates39.7972°N, 88.4246°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.4%
93% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density836/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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