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Livingston, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Livingston is a small town in Illinois with a population of 791. Residents earn $57,750 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
791 Population 761/sq mi density
$57,750 Median Income $39,721 per capita
$101,800 Home Value $100,968 Zillow
$641 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,750 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,800 home value, $641/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,750
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,800
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $641
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population791
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density761/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans12.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,750
Per Capita$39,721
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,800
Rent$641
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,968
Housing Units418
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking14.5%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation590 ft (180 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.61

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute34 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries19

Is Livingston a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Livingston is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Livingston is $101,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $641 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Livingston enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Livingston has a population of 791 with a density of 761 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

791
Total Population
761
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Livingston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Livingston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Livingston is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Livingston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,750
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,721
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.1 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Livingston is $101,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $641 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,968.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,968

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$641
45% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$776
2 Bedrooms$1,018
3 Bedrooms$1,267
4 Bedrooms$1,348

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.7%
Housing Units418
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate6.35%
In Livingston, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682
Livingston has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation590 ft (180 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density761/sq mi
Coordinates38.9686°N, 89.7637°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17119
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 13.3-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.61
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density761/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.1 min
Drive Alone94.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.3%

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