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Kinsman, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Kinsman is a small town in Illinois with a population of 66. Residents earn $55,938 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
66 Population 943/sq mi density
$55,938 Median Income $28,170 per capita
$92,500 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$55,938 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,938
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population66
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density943/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans57.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,938
Per Capita$28,170
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units35
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.7%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+96.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute35 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries3

Is Kinsman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kinsman receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, long commute times. Kinsman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kinsman is $55,938, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kinsman is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Kinsman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kinsman has a population of 66 with a density of 943 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%).

Population

66
Total Population
943
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Kinsman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.2%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.8%
27% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kinsman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kinsman is $55,938, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Kinsman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,938
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kinsman is $92,500, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.1%
Housing Units35
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate7.15%
In Kinsman, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,117
Dentists1:2,792
Mental Health1:530
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Kinsman has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density943/sq mi
Coordinates41.1902°N, 88.5700°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+96.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density943/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone94.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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