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Kilbourne, IL

Illinois

Kilbourne is a small town in Illinois with a population of 272. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
272 Population 306/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $20,075 per capita
$69,200 Home Value
$695 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,200 home value, $695/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,200
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.3%
144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population272
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density306/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.3%

Economy

F
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$20,075
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty30.3%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,200
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units148
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.1%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation495 ft (151 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute36 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries8

Is Kilbourne a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kilbourne receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Kilbourne has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kilbourne is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kilbourne is $69,200, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 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

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kilbourne experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kilbourne has a population of 272 with a density of 306 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

272
Total Population
306
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.4%
Female 52.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kilbourne vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kilbourne vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kilbourne is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Kilbourne vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,075
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.3%
144% above US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.1 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kilbourne is $69,200, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,200
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.0%
Housing Units148
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.74%
In Kilbourne, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Kilbourne has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 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) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates40.1519°N, 90.0115°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density306/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.1 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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