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La Clede, IL

Illinois

La Clede is a small town in Illinois with a population of 151. Residents earn $40,991 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
151 Population 487/sq mi density
$40,991 Median Income $18,538 per capita
$62,800 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$40,991 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$62,800 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,991
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $62,800
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age28.5 yrs
Density487/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 34%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,991
Per Capita$18,538
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$699M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$62,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60
Rent Burden19.5%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking22.3%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation574 ft (175 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+56.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute32 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is La Clede a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, La Clede receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. La Clede stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Clede is $40,991, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Clede is $62,800, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

La Clede enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

La Clede has a population of 151 with a density of 487 people per square mile. The median age is 28.5 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (66.2%), with 33.8% White.

Population

151
Total Population
487
People / sq mi
28.5yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

La Clede vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La Clede vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Clede is $40,991, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: La Clede vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,991
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,538
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$59,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)314
County GDP$699M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare43
Retail47
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,567
2% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in La Clede is $62,800, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$62,800
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1996

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,567
2% above US avg
Effective Rate5.68%
In La Clede, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 22.3% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: La Clede vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.7%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.3%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress16.7%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,381
Dentists1:2,175
Mental Health1:542
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death8,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities43
La Clede has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.4 inches
22% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation574 ft (175 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density487/sq mi
Coordinates38.8806°N, 88.7127°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.3-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+56.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density487/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants24
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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