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Johnsonville, IL

Illinois

Johnsonville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 37. Residents earn $36,250 per year, which is 52% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
37 Population 176/sq mi density
$36,250 Median Income $19,100 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$36,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,250
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population37
Median Age34.2 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans25.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,250
Per Capita$19,100
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$679M
Commute15 min

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation546 ft (166 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute15 min
Broadband15.0%
Libraries2

Is Johnsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Johnsonville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Johnsonville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Johnsonville is $36,250, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Johnsonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Johnsonville has a population of 37 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 34.2 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.6%).

Population

37
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
34.2yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%
Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Johnsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Johnsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Johnsonville is $36,250, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Johnsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,250
52% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,100
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$61,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% 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)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Johnsonville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation546 ft (166 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates38.5209°N, 88.5382°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin. 15.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access15.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants36
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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