Home Value $76,000

73% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.5%

87% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.7%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 25.4%

606% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.7%

123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population184

Median Age34.0 yrs

Density800/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans15.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$18,573

Unemployment25.4%

Poverty27.7%

County GDP$1,783M

Commute23 min

Housing

Home Value$76,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$216,257

Housing Units72

Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity38.7%

Uninsured7.9%

Smoking14.3%

Depression23.6%

Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain37.7 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation723 ft (220 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.5%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%

Commute23 min

Broadband74.0%

Libraries9

Is Lowpoint a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lowpoint receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Lowpoint faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

At 25.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lowpoint is $76,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Lowpoint experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 37.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lowpoint has a population of 184 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

184

Total Population

800

People / sq mi

34.0yrs

Median Age

13% below US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%

Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lowpoint vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	96.5%
	23% above US avg
Spanish	3.5%
	74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lowpoint vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lowpoint is N/A. The unemployment rate is 25.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lowpoint vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$18,573
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,058
IRS Avg AGI	$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	25.4%
	606% above US avg
Poverty Rate	27.7%
	123% above US avg
Establishments (County)	803
County GDP	$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants	56
Healthcare	42
Retail	100
Manufacturing	46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,738
	93% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	8.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	23.2 min
Drive Alone	90.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lowpoint is $76,000, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,257.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$76,000
	73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$216,257

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	94.6%
Housing Units	72
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,738
	93% above US avg
Effective Rate	8.87%

In Lowpoint, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.7%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.5%
High Blood Pressure	31.0%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.2%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.3%
	2% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.6%
Physical Inactivity	21.4%
Depression	23.6%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.3%
Short Sleep	35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	74.4%
Uninsured	7.9%
	8% below US avg
Primary Care	1:2,249
Dentists	1:5,447
Mental Health	1:2,252
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	61.9%
Premature Death	5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.9/10
Exercise Access	74.8%
Healthcare Facilities	42

Lowpoint has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	51.3°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	24°F (-4°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	37.7 inches
	1% below US avg
Snowfall	21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	723 ft (220 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	800/sq mi
Coordinates	40.8728°N, 89.3137°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17203

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%

D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.5%
	87% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	800/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	74.0%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	42
Restaurants	56
Retail Stores	100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	23.2 min
Drive Alone	90.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Lowpoint, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Lowpoint a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Lowpoint vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Lowpoint vs U.S. Average

Income: Lowpoint vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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