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Joslin, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Joslin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 44. Residents earn $39,722 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
44 Population 9/sq mi density
$39,722 Median Income $32,652 per capita
$118,100 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$39,722 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,100 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,722
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,100
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age71.2 yrs
Density9/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 66%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,722
Per Capita$32,652
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,048M

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units49
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity29.2%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking11.9%
Depression18.1%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation573 ft (175 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
CommuteN/A
Broadband38.0%
Libraries9

Is Joslin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joslin receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Joslin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joslin is $39,722, 47% below the national average of $75,149. 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joslin is $118,100, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

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

Joslin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Joslin has a population of 44 with a density of 9 people per square mile. The median age is 71.2 years, 83% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.9%).

Population

44
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
71.2yrs
Median Age
83% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.9%
Female 59.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Joslin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Joslin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joslin is $39,722, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Joslin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,722
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,652
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$74,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,020
County GDP$2,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare90
Retail148
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.86%

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Joslin is $118,100, 58% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,100
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%
Housing Units49
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Effective Rate4.86%
In Joslin, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 18.1% report depression. 16.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure24.2%
Asthma8.3%
COPD5.7%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity16.9%
Depression18.1%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress10.1%
Short Sleep28.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,446
Dentists1:2,848
Mental Health1:1,863
Checkup Rate59.4%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death7,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities90
Joslin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.1 inches
2% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation573 ft (175 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (12.0 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates41.5446°N, 90.2219°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 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 24.5-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 24.5 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 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density9/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

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