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Keenes, IL

Illinois

Keenes is a small town in Illinois with a population of 63. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
63 Population 485/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $35,562 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.7%
95% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population63
Median Age51.4 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans59.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$35,562
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$679M
Commute21 min

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation450 ft (137 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries2

Is Keenes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keenes receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Keenes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keenes is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

1.7% 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

Keenes experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keenes has a population of 63 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 51.4 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

63
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
51.4yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Keenes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Keenes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keenes is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Keenes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,562
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$61,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)379
County GDP$679M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare36
Retail61
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.0%

Walkability

Keenes has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation450 ft (137 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates38.3386°N, 88.6419°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (95% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.7%
95% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants36
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home29.0%

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