Latham, IL

Illinois

Latham is a small town in Illinois with a population of 322. Residents earn $76,667 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
322 Population 1,193/sq mi density
$76,667 Median Income $32,500 per capita
$79,000 Home Value
$936 Median Rent 16.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,667 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $936/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,667
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $936
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population322
Median Age47.6 yrs
Density1,193/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,667
Per Capita$32,500
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,970M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$936
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units208
Rent Burden16.6%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation619 ft (189 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+90.2%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries5

Is Latham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Latham 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. Latham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Latham is $76,667, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Latham is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Latham 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 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Latham has a population of 322 with a density of 1,193 people per square mile. The median age is 47.6 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.6%), with 9.9% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

322
Total Population
1,193
People / sq mi
47.6yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.1%
Female 41.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Latham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Latham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Latham is $76,667, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Latham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,667
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,500
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$68,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,970M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare58
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Latham is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% below US avg
Rent Burden16.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.4%
Housing Units208
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate5.19%
In Latham, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.2%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Latham 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 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 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 Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall13.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation619 ft (189 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,193/sq mi
Coordinates39.9670°N, 89.1623°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+90.2%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,193/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants80
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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