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Keithsburg, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Keithsburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 520. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
520 Population 203/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $40,650 per capita
$58,800 Home Value $97,402 Zillow
$609 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $609/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $609
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population520
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density203/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$40,650
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$590M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$609
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,402
Housing Units345
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity39.8%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking17.9%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation544 ft (166 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute41 min
Broadband76.5%
Libraries4

Is Keithsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keithsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Keithsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keithsburg is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keithsburg is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $609 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Keithsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keithsburg has a population of 520 with a density of 203 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

520
Total Population
203
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Keithsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keithsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keithsburg is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Keithsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$40,650
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keithsburg is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $609 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,402.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,402

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$609
48% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.8%
Housing Units345
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate8.39%
In Keithsburg, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Keithsburg has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation544 ft (166 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density203/sq mi
Coordinates41.1000°N, 90.9361°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 76.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density203/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.3 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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