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Keyesport, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Keyesport is a small town in Illinois with a population of 614. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
614 Population 853/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $19,582 per capita
$72,700 Home Value $108,220 Zillow
$626 Median Rent 22.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 8.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,700 home value, $626/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $626
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.7%
142% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population614
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density853/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$19,582
Unemployment8.7%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,700
Rent$626
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$108,220
Housing Units295
Rent Burden22.8%

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation460 ft (140 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+85.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries5

Is Keyesport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keyesport receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Keyesport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keyesport is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.7%, unemployment is notably high. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Keyesport is $72,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $626 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Keyesport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°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 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keyesport has a population of 614 with a density of 853 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

614
Total Population
853
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Keyesport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Keyesport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keyesport is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Keyesport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,582
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$80,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.7%
142% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)940
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail136
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Keyesport is $72,700, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $626 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,220.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,700
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,220

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$626
46% below US avg
Rent Burden22.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.4%
Housing Units295
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Rate6.93%
In Keyesport, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.2%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,066
Dentists1:3,076
Mental Health1:1,672
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Keyesport has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.9 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) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation460 ft (140 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density853/sq mi
Coordinates38.7464°N, 89.2738°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+85.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density853/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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