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Lenzburg, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Lenzburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 513. Residents earn $44,722 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
513 Population 442/sq mi density
$44,722 Median Income $25,688 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $135,686 Zillow
$645 Median Rent 29.7% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$44,722 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $645/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,722
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.9%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $645
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density442/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,722
Per Capita$25,688
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$645
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$135,686
Housing Units217
Rent Burden29.7%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking15.8%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation442 ft (135 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.9%
High School+83.7%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute28 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries16

Is Lenzburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lenzburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Lenzburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lenzburg is $44,722, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lenzburg is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $645 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lenzburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lenzburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lenzburg has a population of 513 with a density of 442 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

513
Total Population
442
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lenzburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lenzburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lenzburg is $44,722, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lenzburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,722
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,688
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Lenzburg is $92,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $645 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $135,686.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$135,686

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$645
45% below US avg
Rent Burden29.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.5%
Housing Units217
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate6.77%
In Lenzburg, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
Lenzburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

Lenzburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation442 ft (135 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density442/sq mi
Coordinates38.2864°N, 89.8178°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.9-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.9%
62% below US avg
High School+83.7%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density442/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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