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Kempton, IL

Illinois

Kempton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 221. Residents earn $71,786 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
221 Population 1,300/sq mi density
$71,786 Median Income $41,672 per capita
$56,700 Home Value $158,814 Zillow
$938 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$71,786 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,700 home value, $938/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,786
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,700
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population221
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density1,300/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$71,786
Per Capita$41,672
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,700
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,814
Housing Units115
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.0%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation731 ft (223 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+97.4%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute38 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries7

Is Kempton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kempton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Kempton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kempton is $71,786, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kempton is $56,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kempton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kempton has a population of 221 with a density of 1,300 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

221
Total Population
1,300
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Kempton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kempton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kempton is $71,786, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Kempton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,786
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,672
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086
IRS Avg AGI$74,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)865
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare64
Retail116
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kempton is $56,700, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,700
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$158,814

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.5%
Housing Units115
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate9.10%
In Kempton, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,098
Dentists1:2,220
Mental Health1:447
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits61.2%
Premature Death9,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities64
Kempton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation731 ft (223 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Coordinates40.9355°N, 88.2363°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+97.4%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,300/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants80
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Drive Alone83.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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