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Kell, IL

Illinois

Kell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 149. Residents earn $56,458 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
149 Population 149/sq mi density
$56,458 Median Income $26,708 per capita
$59,600 Home Value $165,663 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$56,458 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,600 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,458
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,600
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,458
Per Capita$26,708
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$1,758M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,663
Housing Units76
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking16.0%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries4

Is Kell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kell receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Kell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kell is $56,458, 25% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kell is $59,600, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kell 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 44.7 inches, including 12.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kell has a population of 149 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

149
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43%
Female 57%

Race & Ethnicity

Kell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kell is $56,458, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Kell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,458
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,708
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$60,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)796
County GDP$1,758M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare114
Retail121
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Kell is $59,600, 79% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,663.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,600
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,663

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied93.8%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate7.59%
In Kell, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,876
Dentists1:2,840
Mental Health1:248
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death12,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities114
Kell 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 44.7 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 Average54.7°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.7 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall12.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates38.4876°N, 88.9000°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.5-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.6%

Winner: Republican by 49.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants86
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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