Kangley, IL

Illinois

Kangley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 321. Residents earn $91,875 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
321 Population 1,235/sq mi density
$91,875 Median Income $38,512 per capita
$95,700 Home Value
$663 Median Rent 10.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$91,875 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,700 home value, $663/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,875
22% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,700
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population321
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density1,235/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$91,875
Per Capita$38,512
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$7,670M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,700
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden10.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Elevation634 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+82.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries12

Is Kangley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kangley receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Kangley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kangley is $91,875, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kangley is $95,700, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kangley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 26.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kangley has a population of 321 with a density of 1,235 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

321
Total Population
1,235
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kangley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kangley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kangley is $91,875, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Kangley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,875
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,512
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$69,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,450
County GDP$7,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants328
Healthcare242
Retail377
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kangley is $95,700, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,700
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden10.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Effective Rate6.56%
In Kangley, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death8,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities242

Crime Rates: Kangley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Kangley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall26.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation634 ft (193 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Coordinates41.1480°N, 88.8721°W
County FIPS17099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+82.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,235/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants328
Retail Stores377

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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