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Kaskaskia, IL

Illinois

Kaskaskia is a small town in Illinois with a population of 34.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
34 Population 309/sq mi density
$178,100 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $178,100
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population34
Median Age15.9 yrs
Density309/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans16.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$26,988
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,328M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$178,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17
Rent Burden32.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation375 ft (114 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute29 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries2

Is Kaskaskia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kaskaskia receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kaskaskia has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kaskaskia is $178,100, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.8% 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

Kaskaskia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kaskaskia has a population of 34 with a density of 309 people per square mile. The median age is 15.9 years, 59% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.1%).

Population

34
Total Population
309
People / sq mi
15.9yrs
Median Age
59% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.3%
Female 64.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kaskaskia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kaskaskia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kaskaskia is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Kaskaskia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$26,988
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$61,028

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)580
County GDP$1,328M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare63
Retail76
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kaskaskia is $178,100, 37% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$178,100
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units17
Median Year Built1994

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,394
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
Kaskaskia has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation375 ft (114 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density309/sq mi
Coordinates37.9213°N, 89.9163°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.4-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.3%
D 17.9%

Winner: Republican by 63.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density309/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants41
Retail Stores76

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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