Grantfork, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Grantfork is a small town in Illinois with a population of 468. Residents earn $103,750 per year, which is 38% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
468 Population 1,265/sq mi density
$103,750 Median Income $48,353 per capita
$195,500 Home Value $189,276 Zillow
58°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$103,750 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$195,500 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $103,750
38% higher than US avg
Home Value $195,500
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.4%
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density1,265/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$103,750
Per Capita$48,353
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,276

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property301/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation524 ft (160 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.4%
High School+98.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute26 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries19

Is Grantfork a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grantfork receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Grantfork stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grantfork is $103,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 38% above $75,149. This places Grantfork among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grantfork is $195,500, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Grantfork is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 301 per 100,000, 85% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Grantfork enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grantfork has a population of 468 with a density of 1,265 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

468
Total Population
1,265
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Grantfork vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.4%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.6%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Grantfork vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grantfork is $103,750, which is 38% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Grantfork vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$103,750
38% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,353
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Grantfork is $195,500, 31% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,276.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,500
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,276

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Grantfork, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.8%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682
Grantfork has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 301 per 100,000 (85% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property301.2/100K
85% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft301.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Grantfork has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation524 ft (160 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,265/sq mi
Coordinates38.8264°N, 89.6666°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 45.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.4%
35% above US avg
High School+98.1%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,265/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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