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Illinois City, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Illinois City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 18.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
18 Population 39/sq mi density
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population18
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density39/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$14,468
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$590M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,987
Housing Units19
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking12.2%
Depression21.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
CommuteN/A
Broadband9.0%
Libraries4

Is Illinois City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Illinois City receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Illinois City stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Illinois City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Illinois City has a population of 18 with a density of 39 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

18
Total Population
39
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Illinois City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Illinois City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Illinois City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Illinois City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$14,468
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,987.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$267,987

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units19

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
In Illinois City, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 21.9% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Illinois City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking24.1%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression21.9%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:7,791
Dentists1:5,168
Mental Health1:3,872
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Illinois City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density39/sq mi
Coordinates41.3991°N, 90.8997°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density39/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

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