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London Mills, IL

Illinois

London Mills is a small town in Illinois with a population of 356. Residents earn $52,656 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
356 Population 524/sq mi density
$52,656 Median Income $38,484 per capita
$54,800 Home Value
$1,013 Median Rent 36.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,656 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,800 home value, $1,013/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,656
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,800
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,013
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population356
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,656
Per Capita$38,484
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$2,449M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,800
Rent$1,013
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units177
Rent Burden36.1%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation543 ft (166 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+89.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.7%
Libraries9

Is London Mills a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, London Mills receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. London Mills offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in London Mills is $52,656, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in London Mills is $54,800, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,013 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

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

London Mills experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

London Mills has a population of 356 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

356
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

London Mills vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

London Mills vs U.S. Average

The median household income in London Mills is $52,656, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: London Mills vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,656
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,484
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$62,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)980
County GDP$2,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare124
Retail154
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate11.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in London Mills is $54,800, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,013 (13% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,800
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,013
13% below US avg
Rent Burden36.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Effective Rate11.82%
In London Mills, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: London Mills vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.1%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death9,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities124
London Mills has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation543 ft (166 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates40.7106°N, 90.2662°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 79.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+89.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.7%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants130
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone82.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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