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Godley, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Godley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 538. Residents earn $54,583 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
538 Population 498/sq mi density
$54,583 Median Income $35,789 per capita
$142,000 Home Value
$1,393 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
148 Violent Crime/100K 890 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$54,583 median income, 6.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$142,000 home value, $1,393/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
148 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,583
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $142,000
50% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 148/100K
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,393
20% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.8%
60% higher than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density498/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,583
Per Capita$35,789
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty19.8%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$142,000
Rent$1,393
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units247
Rent Burden26.8%

Crime

F
Violent148/100K
Property890/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault148/100K
Burglary593/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.7%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation581 ft (177 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+94.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute31 min
Broadband80.2%
Libraries3

Is Godley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Godley receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Godley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Godley is $54,583, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Godley is $142,000, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,393 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Godley is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 890 per 100,000, 55% below the national average.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Godley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Godley has a population of 538 with a density of 498 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

538
Total Population
498
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Godley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Godley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Godley is $54,583, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Godley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,583
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,789
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.8%
60% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Godley is $142,000, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,393 (20% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,000
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,393
20% above US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%
Housing Units247
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate4.66%
In Godley, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,117
Dentists1:2,792
Mental Health1:530
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Godley has a violent crime rate of 148 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 890 per 100,000 (55% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Godley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent148.4/100K
61% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault148.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property890.2/100K
55% below US avg
Burglary593.5/100K
Theft296.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Godley has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation581 ft (177 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density498/sq mi
Coordinates41.2444°N, 88.2426°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 80.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+94.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density498/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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