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Ivesdale, IL

Illinois

Ivesdale is a small town in Illinois with a population of 212. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
212 Population 294/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $32,794 per capita
$116,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,200 home value
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.9%
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population212
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density294/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$32,794
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units104
Rent Burden26.0%

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking12.3%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation681 ft (208 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.9%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries4

Is Ivesdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ivesdale receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Ivesdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ivesdale is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ivesdale is $116,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ivesdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ivesdale has a population of 212 with a density of 294 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

212
Total Population
294
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Ivesdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ivesdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ivesdale is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ivesdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,794
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$76,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ivesdale is $116,200, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,200
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units104
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Ivesdale, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits69.9%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Ivesdale has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation681 ft (208 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density294/sq mi
Coordinates39.9458°N, 88.4558°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.9%
41% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density294/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone70.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.6%

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