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Grand Detour, IL

Illinois

Grand Detour is a small town in Illinois with a population of 282. Residents earn $74,141 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
282 Population 241/sq mi density
$74,141 Median Income $41,984 per capita
$162,500 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$74,141 median income, 13.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,500 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,141
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.1%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.1%
264% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population282
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$74,141
Per Capita$41,984
Unemployment13.1%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units179
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.2%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation675 ft (206 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.1%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries5

Is Grand Detour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grand Detour receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Grand Detour offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grand Detour is $74,141, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 13.1%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.6% 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 Grand Detour is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Grand Detour experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grand Detour has a population of 282 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.7%).

Population

282
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Grand Detour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grand Detour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grand Detour is $74,141, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Grand Detour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,141
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,984
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$71,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.1%
264% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,173M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare88
Retail96
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grand Detour is $162,500, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.35%
In Grand Detour, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Grand Detour vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,362
Dentists1:2,115
Mental Health1:134
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death7,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities88
Grand Detour has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation675 ft (206 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates41.9012°N, 89.4131°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.1%
14% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants79
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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