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Ludlow, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Ludlow is a small town in Illinois with a population of 337. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
337 Population 843/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $22,940 per capita
$74,500 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 25.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 11.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,500 home value, $775/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.1%
208% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density843/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$22,940
Unemployment11.1%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units179
Rent Burden25.9%

Health

Obesity33.6%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking13.9%
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation770 ft (235 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+78.2%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute24 min
Broadband87.5%
Libraries4

Is Ludlow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ludlow receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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, below-average incomes. Ludlow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ludlow is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ludlow is $74,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ludlow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 37.9 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ludlow has a population of 337 with a density of 843 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (72.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

337
Total Population
843
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Ludlow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.6%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.4%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ludlow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ludlow is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Ludlow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,940
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.1%
208% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.8 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ludlow is $74,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,500
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$62
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden25.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.4%
Housing Units179
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate7.48%
In Ludlow, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 22.7% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.8%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,930
Dentists1:2,650
Mental Health1:189
Checkup Rate73.3%
Dental Visits65.4%
Premature Death9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Ludlow has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 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) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation770 ft (235 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density843/sq mi
Coordinates40.3866°N, 88.1259°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 87.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+78.2%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density843/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants34
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.8 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home10.9%

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