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Keensburg, IL

Illinois

Keensburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 149. Residents earn $73,906 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
149 Population 573/sq mi density
$73,906 Median Income $35,130 per capita
$80,600 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,906 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,600 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,906
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age52.8 yrs
Density573/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans17.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,906
Per Capita$35,130
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$451M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units88
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+83.1%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries1

Is Keensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keensburg 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Keensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keensburg is $73,906, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Keensburg is $80,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Keensburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.7 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keensburg has a population of 149 with a density of 573 people per square mile. The median age is 52.8 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

149
Total Population
573
People / sq mi
52.8yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Keensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.7%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.3%
68% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keensburg is $73,906, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Keensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,906
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,130
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$71,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare20
Retail35
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keensburg is $80,600, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,600
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.80%
In Keensburg, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,800
Dentists1:2,217
Mental Health1:322
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death8,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Keensburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density573/sq mi
Coordinates38.3518°N, 87.8683°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+83.1%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density573/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants17
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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