Greenfield, IL

Illinois

Greenfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,137. Residents earn $70,469 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,137 Population 665/sq mi density
$70,469 Median Income $30,560 per capita
$97,600 Home Value $129,647 Zillow
$833 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$70,469 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,600 home value, $833/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,469
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,600
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,137
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density665/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,469
Per Capita$30,560
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$431M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,600
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$129,647

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property767/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary192/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation587 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+91.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute28 min
Libraries4

Is Greenfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenfield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Greenfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenfield is $70,469, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenfield is $97,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Greenfield 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 767 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greenfield has a population of 1,137 with a density of 665 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 3.3% Hispanic.

Population

1,137
Total Population
665
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenfield is $70,469, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Greenfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,469
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,560
Avg Weekly Wage$809
IRS Avg AGI$60,708

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)246
County GDP$431M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare17
Retail35
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Work from Home19.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenfield is $97,600, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $129,647.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,600
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$129,647

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% 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-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,717
6% above US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Greenfield, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death10,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access50.5%
Healthcare Facilities17
Greenfield has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 767 per 100,000 (61% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Greenfield 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 Property767.0/100K
61% below US avg
Burglary191.8/100K
Theft575.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Greenfield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall18.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density665/sq mi
Coordinates39.3445°N, 90.2082°W
County FIPS17061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density665/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants20
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Work from Home19.4%

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