Iuka, IL

Illinois

Iuka is a small town in Illinois with a population of 451. Residents earn $51,563 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
451 Population 618/sq mi density
$51,563 Median Income $23,117 per capita
$72,700 Home Value $177,885 Zillow
$706 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$51,563 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,700 home value, $706/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,563
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $706
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population451
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,563
Per Capita$23,117
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$1,758M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,700
Rent$706
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,885
Housing Units202
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.8%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation515 ft (157 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.7%
Libraries4

Is Iuka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Iuka receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Iuka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Iuka is $51,563, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Iuka is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $706 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

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Iuka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Iuka has a population of 451 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

451
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Iuka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Iuka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Iuka is $51,563, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Iuka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,563
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,117
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$60,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)796
County GDP$1,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare114
Retail121
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Iuka is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $706 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,885.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,700
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,885

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$706
39% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate6.23%
In Iuka, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.1%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death12,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities114
Iuka has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation515 ft (157 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates38.6178°N, 88.7883°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.5-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants86
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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