Ladd, IL

Illinois

Ladd is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,393. Residents earn $73,646 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,393 Population 1,151/sq mi density
$73,646 Median Income $35,548 per capita
$123,600 Home Value $137,209 Zillow
$847 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$73,646 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,600 home value, $847/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,646
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,600
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,393
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density1,151/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,646
Per Capita$35,548
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$428M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,600
Rent$847
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,209

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation648 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute19 min
Libraries6

Is Ladd a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ladd receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ladd offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ladd is $73,646, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ladd is $123,600, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 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

18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ladd experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ladd has a population of 1,393 with a density of 1,151 people per square mile. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%).

Population

1,393
Total Population
1,151
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ladd vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ladd vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ladd is $73,646, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Ladd vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,646
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,548
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ladd is $123,600, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,209.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,600
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,209

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In Ladd, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4

Crime Rates: Ladd vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Ladd has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation648 ft (198 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,151/sq mi
Coordinates41.3810°N, 89.2148°W
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.8%
44% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,151/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Work from Home1.5%

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