Kinmundy, IL

Illinois

Kinmundy is a small town in Illinois with a population of 831. Residents earn $37,667 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
831 Population 693/sq mi density
$37,667 Median Income $24,230 per capita
$83,900 Home Value $101,301 Zillow
$580 Median Rent 38.6% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$37,667 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,900 home value, $580/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,667
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,900
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $580
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population831
Median Age49.0 yrs
Density693/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,667
Per Capita$24,230
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,758M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,900
Rent$580
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,301
Housing Units447
Rent Burden38.6%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.3%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation573 ft (175 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+87.6%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries4

Is Kinmundy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinmundy receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Kinmundy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinmundy is $37,667, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinmundy is $83,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $580 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinmundy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°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, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kinmundy has a population of 831 with a density of 693 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

831
Total Population
693
People / sq mi
49.0yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinmundy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kinmundy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinmundy is $37,667, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Kinmundy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,667
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,230
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$60,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% 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
Effective Tax Rate5.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinmundy is $83,900, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $580 (50% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,301.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,900
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$101,301

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$580
50% below US avg
Rent Burden38.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%
Housing Units447
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,526
29% above US avg
Effective Rate5.39%
In Kinmundy, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death12,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access66.6%
Healthcare Facilities114
Kinmundy has an average annual temperature of 55°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 (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation573 ft (175 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density693/sq mi
Coordinates38.7721°N, 88.8535°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17121
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.5-point margin. 83.9% 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+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+87.6%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density693/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities114
Restaurants86
Retail Stores121

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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