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Gifford, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Gifford is a small town in Illinois with a population of 816. Residents earn $76,875 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
816 Population 1,855/sq mi density
$76,875 Median Income $37,461 per capita
$170,500 Home Value $208,802 Zillow
$742 Median Rent 14.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,875 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,500 home value, $742/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,875
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,500
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $742
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.2%
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population816
Median Age52.6 yrs
Density1,855/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,875
Per Capita$37,461
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$15,450M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,500
Rent$742
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,802
Housing Units378
Rent Burden14.5%

Health

Obesity33.2%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.6%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+96.9%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 37% / D 61%
Commute24 min
Broadband77.5%
Libraries11

Is Gifford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gifford receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Gifford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gifford is $76,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gifford is $170,500, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $742 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Gifford 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gifford has a population of 816 with a density of 1,855 people per square mile. The median age is 52.6 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

816
Total Population
1,855
People / sq mi
52.6yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Gifford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gifford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gifford is $76,875, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Gifford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,875
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,461
Avg Weekly Wage$1,235
IRS Avg AGI$79,600

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,160
County GDP$15,450M

Business (County)

Restaurants590
Healthcare419
Retail576
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,971
128% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Gifford is $170,500, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $742 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,802.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,500
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,802

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$742
36% below US avg
Rent Burden14.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%
Housing Units378
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,971
128% above US avg
Effective Rate4.68%
In Gifford, 33.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.2%
3% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death7,180/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access88.1%
Healthcare Facilities419
Gifford has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 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 Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,855/sq mi
Coordinates40.3078°N, 88.0214°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17019
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 24.1-point margin. 77.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.2%
D 61.3%

Winner: Democrat by 24.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+96.9%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,855/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities419
Restaurants590
Retail Stores576

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone78.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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