Granville, IL

Illinois

Granville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,463. Residents earn $70,893 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,463 Population 1,117/sq mi density
$70,893 Median Income $38,554 per capita
$134,300 Home Value $157,931 Zillow
$732 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,893 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,300 home value, $732/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,893
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,300
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,463
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density1,117/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,893
Per Capita$38,554
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$428M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,300
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,931

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation682 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute24 min
Libraries6

Is Granville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Granville receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Granville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Granville is $70,893, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 0.5% 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 Granville is $134,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Granville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Granville has a population of 1,463 with a density of 1,117 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%).

Population

1,463
Total Population
1,117
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Granville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.5%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.5%
44% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Granville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Granville is $70,893, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Granville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,893
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,554
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Granville is $134,300, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,931.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,300
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,931
Median List Price$99,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$99,900
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio106.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate3.42%
In Granville, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Granville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Coordinates41.2658°N, 89.2305°W
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,117/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home1.7%

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