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Goofy Ridge, IL

Illinois

Goofy Ridge is a small town in Illinois with a population of 148. Residents earn $54,063 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
148 Population 110/sq mi density
$54,063 Median Income $34,986 per capita
$75,000 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$54,063 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
0.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,063
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.7%
98% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population148
Median Age56.9 yrs
Density110/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,063
Per Capita$34,986
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$634M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units212
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.1%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation480 ft (146 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.7%
High School+58.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute43 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries3

Is Goofy Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Goofy Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Goofy Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Goofy Ridge is $54,063, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Goofy Ridge is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 58.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Goofy Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°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 39.3 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Goofy Ridge has a population of 148 with a density of 110 people per square mile. The median age is 56.9 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

148
Total Population
110
People / sq mi
56.9yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Goofy Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Goofy Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Goofy Ridge is $54,063, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Goofy Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,063
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,986
Avg Weekly Wage$813
IRS Avg AGI$63,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)298
County GDP$634M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare24
Retail44
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.9 min
Drive Alone38.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Goofy Ridge is $75,000, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%
Housing Units212
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,889
11% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Goofy Ridge, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 20.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Goofy Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity20.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,576
Dentists1:2,550
Mental Health1:2,505
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death10,740/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities24
Goofy Ridge has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation480 ft (146 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density110/sq mi
Coordinates40.3949°N, 89.9407°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 0.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.2-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.7%
98% below US avg
High School+58.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density110/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants34
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.9 min
Drive Alone38.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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