Greenview, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Greenview is a small town in Illinois with a population of 938. Residents earn $68,958 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
938 Population 1,091/sq mi density
$68,958 Median Income $30,612 per capita
$88,700 Home Value $141,152 Zillow
$613 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,958 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,700 home value, $613/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,958
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.5%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population938
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,091/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,958
Per Capita$30,612
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty5.5%
County GDP$364M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,700
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$141,152
Rent Burden26.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation539 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute26 min
Broadband90.8%
Libraries2

Is Greenview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenview receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Greenview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenview is $68,958, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.5% 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 Greenview is $88,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenview experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 15.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greenview has a population of 938 with a density of 1,091 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

938
Total Population
1,091
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Greenview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenview is $68,958, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Greenview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,958
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,612
Avg Weekly Wage$812
IRS Avg AGI$80,554

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.5%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)229
County GDP$364M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare12
Retail24
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,475
56% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenview is $88,700, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $141,152.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,700
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$141,152

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,475
56% above US avg
Effective Rate6.17%
In Greenview, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death6,371/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access72.2%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Greenview has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall15.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation539 ft (164 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density1,091/sq mi
Coordinates40.0849°N, 89.7405°W
County FIPS17129
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.1%
D 28.6%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,091/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants19
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.8%

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