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Golf, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Golf is a small town in Illinois with a population of 548. Residents earn $238,098 per year, which is 217% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
548 Population 1,218/sq mi density
$238,098 Median Income $119,233 per capita
$957,600 Home Value $1,220,792 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$238,098 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$957,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
69.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $238,098
217% higher than US avg
Home Value $957,600
240% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 69.6%
107% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 24.4%
24% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population548
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,218/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$238,098
Per Capita$119,233
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$82,869M
Commute31 min

Housing

A
Home Value$957,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$1,220,792
Housing Units198
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity24.4%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking6.6%
Depression19.8%
Heart Disease3.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation624 ft (190 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+69.6%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+38.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries25

Is Golf a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Golf receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Golf stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Golf is $238,098, which is significantly higher than the national average — 217% above $75,149. This places Golf among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Golf is $957,600, making it a premium housing market at 240% above the U.S. median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Golf is a highly educated community — 69.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Golf experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Golf has a population of 548 with a density of 1,218 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 3.8% Black.

Population

548
Total Population
1,218
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Golf vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.3%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.7%
25% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Golf vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Golf is $238,098, which is 217% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Golf vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$238,098
217% above US avg
Per Capita Income$119,233
Avg Weekly Wage$1,751
IRS Avg AGI$143,679

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)19,967
County GDP$82,869M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,607
Healthcare2,211
Retail2,099
Manufacturing811

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$13,960
299% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone44.3%
Public Transit19.6%
Work from Home32.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Golf is $957,600, 240% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $1,220,792.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$957,600
240% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$1,220,792

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.0%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$13,960
299% above US avg
Effective Rate1.46%
In Golf, 24.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 6.6% are current smokers. 19.8% report depression. 12.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity24.4%
24% below US avg
Diabetes6.5%
Heart Disease3.5%
High Blood Pressure22.7%
Asthma8.9%
COPD3.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke1.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking6.6%
53% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity12.7%
Depression19.8%
Mental Distress12.8%
Physical Distress7.8%
Short Sleep30.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits75.5%
Premature Death5,610/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,211
Golf has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation624 ft (190 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Coordinates42.0585°N, 87.7849°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 69.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (107% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 38.9%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+69.6%
107% above US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+38.9%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,218/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities2,211
Restaurants1,607
Retail Stores2,099

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)55

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone44.3%
Public Transit19.6%
Work from Home32.9%

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