Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.1%

9% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population145

Median Age10.9 yrs

Density1,208/mi²

Male / Female54% / 46%

Largest GroupWhite 61%

Veterans50.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$9,663

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$1,629M

Commute27 min

Health

Obesity35.1%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking13.9%

Depression23.7%

Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain36.4 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation727 ft (222 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%

Commute27 min

Broadband40.0%

Libraries4

Is Lane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lane receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Lane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 27 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lane has a population of 145 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile. The median age is 10.9 years, 72% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.7%).

Population

145

Total Population

1,208

People / sq mi

10.9yrs

Median Age

72% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.8%

Female 46.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lane is N/A. 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 27 minutes.

Income: Lane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$9,663
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,292
IRS Avg AGI	$75,073

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	346
County GDP	$1,629M

Business (County)

Restaurants	35
Healthcare	26
Retail	56
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,043
	44% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

In Lane, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.1%
	9% above US avg
Diabetes	7.8%
Heart Disease	4.4%
High Blood Pressure	27.5%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	6.7%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.9%
	1% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.4%
Physical Inactivity	19.5%
Depression	23.7%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Checkup Rate	71.9%
Dental Visits	58.7%
Premature Death	9,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	79.6%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Lane has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	53.1°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	36.4 inches
	4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	727 ft (222 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	1,208/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1220°N, 88.8558°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17039

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 44.9-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%

D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,208/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	40.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	35
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.8 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lane, IL

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

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Economy

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Is Lane a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

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Race & Ethnicity

Lane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lane vs U.S. Average

Income: Lane vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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

Chronic Conditions

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Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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