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Joppa, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Joppa is a small town in Illinois with a population of 264. Residents earn $41,750 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
264 Population 539/sq mi density
$41,750 Median Income $23,324 per capita
$44,000 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 25.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$41,750 median income, 23.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,000 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,750
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 23.6%
556% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population264
Median Age28.4 yrs
Density539/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans14.4%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,750
Per Capita$23,324
Unemployment23.6%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$509M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden25.5%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation349 ft (106 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries1

Is Joppa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joppa receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Joppa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joppa is $41,750, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.6%, unemployment is notably high. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joppa is $44,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Joppa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Joppa has a population of 264 with a density of 539 people per square mile. The median age is 28.4 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.9%), with 3.8% Black.

Population

264
Total Population
539
People / sq mi
28.4yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Joppa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Joppa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joppa is $41,750, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Joppa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,750
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,324
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$58,319

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.6%
556% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)198
County GDP$509M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare23
Retail31
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Joppa is $44,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,000
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden25.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied55.8%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,900
11% above US avg
Effective Rate8.86%
In Joppa, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,653
Dentists1:2,779
Mental Health1:248
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death11,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access72.4%
Healthcare Facilities23
Joppa has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation349 ft (106 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density539/sq mi
Coordinates37.2092°N, 88.8470°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17127
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.8-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density539/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants28
Retail Stores31

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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