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Ipava, IL

Illinois

Ipava is a small town in Illinois with a population of 510. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
510 Population 1,889/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $26,343 per capita
$58,200 Home Value
$956 Median Rent 34.1% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,200 home value, $956/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,200
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $956
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population510
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density1,889/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$26,343
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,200
Rent$956
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units202
Rent Burden34.1%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.2%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation657 ft (200 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute33 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries8

Is Ipava a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ipava receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Ipava offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ipava is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ipava is $58,200, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $956 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ipava experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ipava has a population of 510 with a density of 1,889 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

510
Total Population
1,889
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ipava vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ipava vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ipava is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Ipava vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,343
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ipava is $58,200, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $956 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,200
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$51
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.5%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$956
18% below US avg
Rent Burden34.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate8.02%
In Ipava, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,766
Dentists1:4,128
Mental Health1:1,162
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Ipava has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation657 ft (200 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,889/sq mi
Coordinates40.3526°N, 90.3234°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,889/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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