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Janesville, IL

Illinois

Janesville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 14.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
14 Population 233/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population14
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density233/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,828M
Commute32 min

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking14.4%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.0 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation690 ft (210 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries3

Is Janesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Janesville receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Janesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Janesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Janesville has a population of 14 with a density of 233 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

14
Total Population
233
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Janesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Janesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Janesville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Janesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$70,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$1,828M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare18
Retail23
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,420
2% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Janesville, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.8%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Dentists1:10,324
Mental Health1:1,466
Checkup Rate70.8%
Dental Visits57.7%
Premature Death7,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities18
Janesville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.0 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.0 inches
5% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation690 ft (210 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density233/sq mi
Coordinates39.3752°N, 88.2450°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.9-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 61.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density233/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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