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Jewett, IL

Illinois

Jewett is a small town in Illinois with a population of 296. Residents earn $49,167 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
296 Population 293/sq mi density
$49,167 Median Income $19,226 per capita
$57,600 Home Value $186,684 Zillow
$791 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$49,167 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,600 home value, $791/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,167
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,600
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population296
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,167
Per Capita$19,226
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,828M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,600
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,684
Housing Units110
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking16.5%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation584 ft (178 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute27 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries3

Is Jewett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jewett receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jewett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jewett is $49,167, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jewett is $57,600, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Jewett experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jewett has a population of 296 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.2%), with 12.2% Hispanic.

Population

296
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Jewett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.0%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.0%
70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jewett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jewett is $49,167, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Jewett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,167
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,226
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$70,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% 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
Effective Tax Rate5.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jewett is $57,600, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,600
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,684

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,420
2% below US avg
Effective Rate5.94%
In Jewett, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits55.9%
Premature Death7,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities18
Jewett has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 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 Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation584 ft (178 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates39.2077°N, 88.2431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.9-point margin. 100.0% 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+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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