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LaPlace, IL

Illinois

LaPlace is a small town in Illinois with a population of 130. Residents earn $67,125 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
130 Population 200/sq mi density
$67,125 Median Income $30,322 per capita
$80,500 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$67,125 median income, 10.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,500 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
31.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,125
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.9%
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.7%
197% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density200/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$67,125
Per Capita$30,322
Unemployment10.7%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$981M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking14.2%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation695 ft (212 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+13.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute16 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries4

Is LaPlace a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, LaPlace receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. LaPlace offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in LaPlace is $67,125, 11% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in LaPlace is $80,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.9% 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

LaPlace 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 302 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.

LaPlace has a population of 130 with a density of 200 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

130
Total Population
200
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

LaPlace vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

LaPlace vs U.S. Average

The median household income in LaPlace is $67,125, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: LaPlace vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,125
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,322
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$79,919

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.7%
197% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$981M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare33
Retail46
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in LaPlace is $80,500, 71% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Effective Rate6.50%
In LaPlace, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,627
Dentists1:7,161
Mental Health1:495
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death8,830/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
LaPlace 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 302 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 Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.4 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density200/sq mi
Coordinates39.7975°N, 88.7145°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (5% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.1-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.9%
5% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+13.2%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density200/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants25
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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