Greenville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Greenville is a small city in Illinois with a population of 7,159. Residents earn $52,727 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
7,159 Population 1,135/sq mi density
$52,727 Median Income $26,709 per capita
$119,800 Home Value $167,844 Zillow
$724 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,727 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,800 home value, $724/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,727
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $724
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.7%
51% higher than US avg

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

People

Population7,159
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density1,135/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,727
Per Capita$26,709
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty18.7%
County GDP$781M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,800
Rent$724
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,844

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Elevation575 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+85.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute19 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Greenville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greenville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenville is $52,727, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 18.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenville is $119,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $724 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greenville has a population of 7,159 with a density of 1,135 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.6%), with 14.7% Black.

Population

7,159
Total Population
1,135
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
6.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenville is $52,727, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Greenville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,727
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,709
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.7%
51% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenville is $119,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $724 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,844.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,800
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,844
Median List Price$250,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$250,000
$/Sq Ft$109
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio85.1%
Price Drops20.8%
Inventory24

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$724
38% 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-Occupied55.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In Greenville, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Greenville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation575 ft (175 m)
Area6.3 sq mi (16.3 km²)
Population Density1,135/sq mi
Coordinates38.8866°N, 89.3894°W
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,135/sq mi
Total Area6.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Work from Home7.5%

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