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Jeffersonville, IL

Illinois

Jeffersonville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 264. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
264 Population 261/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $25,679 per capita
$59,000 Home Value
$733 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,000 home value, $733/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $733
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density261/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$25,679
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$679M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,000
Rent$733
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units132
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation460 ft (140 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+85.9%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute19 min
Broadband70.2%
Libraries2

Is Jeffersonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jeffersonville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jeffersonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jeffersonville is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jeffersonville is $59,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $733 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Jeffersonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jeffersonville has a population of 264 with a density of 261 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

264
Total Population
261
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.3%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.7%
35% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jeffersonville is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Jeffersonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,679
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$61,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)379
County GDP$679M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare36
Retail61
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Jeffersonville is $59,000, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $733 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$733
37% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.3%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate7.78%
In Jeffersonville, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,774
Dentists1:3,968
Mental Health1:657
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death9,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities36
Jeffersonville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation460 ft (140 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density261/sq mi
Coordinates38.4425°N, 88.4040°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin. 70.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+85.9%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density261/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants36
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home4.4%

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