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La Rose, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

La Rose is a small town in Illinois with a population of 106. Residents earn $51,719 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
106 Population 408/sq mi density
$51,719 Median Income $36,150 per capita
$72,200 Home Value
$1,052 Median Rent 36.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 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
$51,719 median income, 16.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,200 home value, $1,052/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,719
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,200
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.8%
367% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population106
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density408/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,719
Per Capita$36,150
Unemployment16.8%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,200
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden36.9%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking17.4%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation665 ft (203 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+86.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute31 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries9

Is La Rose a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in La Rose is $51,719, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 16.8%, unemployment is notably high. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in La Rose is $72,200, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

La Rose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

La Rose has a population of 106 with a density of 408 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

106
Total Population
408
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%
Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

La Rose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

La Rose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in La Rose is $51,719, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: La Rose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,719
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.8%
367% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

Walkability

The median home value in La Rose is $72,200, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,200
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$27
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio73.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,052
10% below US avg
Rent Burden36.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate9.33%
In La Rose, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42
La Rose has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation665 ft (203 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density408/sq mi
Coordinates40.9787°N, 89.2350°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+86.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density408/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone86.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.3%

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