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Long Point, IL

Illinois

Long Point is a small town in Illinois with a population of 228. Residents earn $46,786 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
228 Population 1,200/sq mi density
$46,786 Median Income $21,396 per capita
$84,200 Home Value $155,031 Zillow
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$46,786 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,200 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,786
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,200
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.7%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,200/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,786
Per Capita$21,396
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$7,670M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,031
Housing Units86
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation638 ft (194 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.7%
High School+84.7%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute31 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries12

Is Long Point a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Long Point is $46,786, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Long Point is $84,200, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Long Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 26.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Long Point has a population of 228 with a density of 1,200 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

228
Total Population
1,200
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Long Point vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Long Point vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Long Point is $46,786, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Long Point vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,786
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,396
Avg Weekly Wage$1,126
IRS Avg AGI$69,712

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,450
County GDP$7,670M

Business (County)

Restaurants328
Healthcare242
Retail377
Manufacturing141

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Long Point is $84,200, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,031.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,200
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$155,031

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.6%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,277
79% above US avg
Effective Rate7.45%
In Long Point, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Long Point vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,658
Dentists1:1,832
Mental Health1:774
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits67.6%
Premature Death8,943/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities242
Long Point has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall26.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,200/sq mi
Coordinates41.0053°N, 88.8930°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.5-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 40.1%

Winner: Republican by 18.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.7%
80% below US avg
High School+84.7%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,200/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants328
Retail Stores377

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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