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Lisbon, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Lisbon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 300. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
300 Population 142/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $31,292 per capita
$193,100 Home Value
$983 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,100 home value, $983/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $193,100
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Median Rent $983
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age30.5 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$31,292
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty1.0%
County GDP$5,408M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,100
Rent$983
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units96
Rent Burden11.9%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking12.3%
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation627 ft (191 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries5

Is Lisbon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lisbon receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Lisbon stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lisbon is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lisbon is $193,100, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lisbon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lisbon has a population of 300 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 30.5 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

300
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
30.5yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Lisbon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lisbon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lisbon is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Lisbon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,292
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$87,438

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,463
County GDP$5,408M

Business (County)

Restaurants235
Healthcare218
Retail253
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,287
137% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Lisbon is $193,100, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,100
32% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$983
15% below US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%
Housing Units96
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,287
137% above US avg
Effective Rate4.29%
In Lisbon, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 22.4% report depression. 18.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity18.2%
Depression22.4%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits69.1%
Premature Death4,543/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access90.7%
Healthcare Facilities218
Lisbon has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation627 ft (191 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates41.4806°N, 88.4559°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.5-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.5%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities218
Restaurants235
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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