Industry, IL

Illinois

Industry is a small town in Illinois with a population of 633. Residents earn $54,306 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
633 Population 1,376/sq mi density
$54,306 Median Income $26,360 per capita
$82,000 Home Value $102,077 Zillow
$776 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,306 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,000 home value, $776/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,306
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.3%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $776
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population633
Median Age29.0 yrs
Density1,376/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,306
Per Capita$26,360
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$1,455M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,000
Rent$776
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$102,077
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation660 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.3%
High School+96.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute20 min
Broadband92.1%
Libraries4

Is Industry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Industry receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Industry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Industry is $54,306, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Industry is $82,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $776 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Industry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Industry has a population of 633 with a density of 1,376 people per square mile. The median age is 29.0 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

633
Total Population
1,376
People / sq mi
29.0yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Industry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Industry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Industry is $54,306, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Industry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,306
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,360
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$62,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$1,455M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail95
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Industry is $82,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $776 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $102,077.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$102,077

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$63
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio88.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$776
33% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Effective Rate6.48%
In Industry, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death7,860/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access83.0%
Healthcare Facilities66

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Industry has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation660 ft (201 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,376/sq mi
Coordinates40.3273°N, 90.6081°W
County FIPS17109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 22.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 92.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.3%
34% below US avg
High School+96.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,376/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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