Irving, IL

Illinois

Irving is a small town in Illinois with a population of 407. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
407 Population 452/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $22,938 per capita
$44,600 Home Value $147,775 Zillow
$478 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
208 Violent Crime/100K 1,458 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,600 home value, $478/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
208 violent crimes/100K (45% below avg)
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,600
84% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 208/100K
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $478
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.9%
93% higher than US avg

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

People

Population407
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density452/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$22,938
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty23.9%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,600
Rent$478
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$147,775
Rent Burden34.2%

Crime

F
Violent208/100K
Property1,458/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault208/100K
Burglary417/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation654 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+86.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband79.2%
Libraries6

Is Irving a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Irving receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Irving has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Irving is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 23.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Irving is $44,600, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $478 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Irving is below the national average at 208 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,458 per 100,000, 26% below the national average.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Irving enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Irving has a population of 407 with a density of 452 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 3.7% Hispanic.

Population

407
Total Population
452
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Irving vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Irving vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Irving is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Irving vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,938
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.9%
93% above US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Irving is $44,600, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $478 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $147,775.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,600
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$147,775

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$478
59% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate9.64%
In Irving, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Irving has a violent crime rate of 208 per 100,000 residents, 45% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,458 per 100,000 (26% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent208.3/100K
45% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault208.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,458.3/100K
26% below US avg
Burglary416.7/100K
Theft1,041.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Irving has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation654 ft (199 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density452/sq mi
Coordinates39.2055°N, 89.4052°W
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 79.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+86.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density452/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.2%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home1.7%

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