Illinois
Grayville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,515. Residents earn $47,308 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
Based on current data, Grayville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Grayville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Grayville is $47,308, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 25.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
The median home value in Grayville is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 847 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,331 per 100,000, 32% below the national average.
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Grayville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.3% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.7% |
| 87% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $47,308 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,054 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $974 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,433 |
| Unemployment | 3.9% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 25.9% |
| 109% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 276 |
| County GDP | $451M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 20 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,675 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.15% |
| Commute Time | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.1% |
| Census Median | $76,000 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $97,540 |
| Census Median Rent | $700 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 66.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,675 |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.15% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.6% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.6% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.8% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,398/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Total Violent | 846.9/100K |
| 123% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 60.5/100K |
| Assault | 786.5/100K |
| Total Property | 1,330.9/100K |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 121.0/100K |
| Theft | 1,209.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 56.2°F |
| 4% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.0 inches |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 11.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 425 ft (130 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 711/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2551°N, 87.9969°W |
| County FIPS | 17185 |
Winner: Republican by 53.8 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.1% |
| 64% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 711/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 20 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 35 |
| Avg Commute | 26.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.1% |