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Karnak, IL

Illinois

Karnak is a small town in Illinois with a population of 507. Residents earn $41,458 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
507 Population 280/sq mi density
$41,458 Median Income $20,993 per capita
$66,700 Home Value $74,104 Zillow
$708 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,458 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,700 home value, $708/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,458
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,700
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population507
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,458
Per Capita$20,993
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$329M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,700
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$74,104
Housing Units176
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking21.7%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation342 ft (104 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.2%
Libraries1

Is Karnak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Karnak receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Karnak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Karnak is $41,458, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Karnak is $66,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Karnak 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.

Karnak has a population of 507 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.5%), with 7.5% Black.

Population

507
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Karnak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Karnak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Karnak is $41,458, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Karnak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,458
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,993
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$62,218

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)196
County GDP$329M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail33
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,575
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home0.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Karnak is $66,700, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $74,104.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,700
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$74,104

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,575
31% above US avg
Effective Rate6.86%
In Karnak, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 21.7% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.7%
55% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Primary Care1:13,463
Dentists1:4,460
Mental Health1:115
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Karnak 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

Elevation342 ft (104 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates37.2942°N, 88.9761°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit2.7%
Work from Home0.5%

Nearby Cities

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