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Holcomb, IL

Illinois

Holcomb is a small town in Illinois with a population of 175. Residents earn $54,250 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
175 Population 1,944/sq mi density
$54,250 Median Income $22,637 per capita
$130,500 Home Value
$960 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,500 home value, $960/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,250
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population175
Median Age55.4 yrs
Density1,944/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,250
Per Capita$22,637
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$3,853M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,500
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units66
Rent Burden35.8%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking11.8%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation847 ft (258 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+95.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries9

Is Holcomb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holcomb receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Holcomb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holcomb is $54,250, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Holcomb is $130,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Holcomb experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Holcomb has a population of 175 with a density of 1,944 people per square mile. The median age is 55.4 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

175
Total Population
1,944
People / sq mi
55.4yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Holcomb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holcomb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holcomb is $54,250, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Holcomb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,250
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,637
Avg Weekly Wage$1,119
IRS Avg AGI$74,066

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,030
County GDP$3,853M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare87
Retail121
Manufacturing61

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,958
70% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Holcomb is $130,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,500
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%
Housing Units66
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,958
70% above US avg
Effective Rate4.57%
In Holcomb, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 11.8% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.8%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.4%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,774
Dentists1:2,334
Mental Health1:540
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits64.9%
Premature Death7,241/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access67.6%
Healthcare Facilities87
Holcomb has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall37.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation847 ft (258 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,944/sq mi
Coordinates42.0645°N, 89.0970°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17141
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.4-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+95.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,944/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants113
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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