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Kampsville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Kampsville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 270. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
270 Population 265/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $27,764 per capita
$82,900 Home Value $152,447 Zillow
$550 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,900 home value, $550/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $550
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population270
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density265/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$27,764
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$131M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,900
Rent$550
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,447
Housing Units160
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.4%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation444 ft (135 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+77.8%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute40 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Kampsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kampsville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Kampsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kampsville is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kampsville is $82,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $550 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kampsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°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 41.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kampsville has a population of 270 with a density of 265 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

270
Total Population
265
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kampsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kampsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kampsville is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Kampsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,764
Avg Weekly Wage$699
IRS Avg AGI$67,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$131M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare3
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,325
24% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.8 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kampsville is $82,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $550 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,447.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,900
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,447

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$550
53% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.0%
Housing Units160
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,325
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.22%
In Kampsville, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,369
Dentists1:4,360
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death9,814/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access2.0%
Healthcare Facilities3
Kampsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation444 ft (135 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density265/sq mi
Coordinates39.2972°N, 90.6129°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 20.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+77.8%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density265/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants19
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.8 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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