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Maeystown, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Maeystown is a small town in Illinois with a population of 91. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
91 Population 303/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $27,300 per capita
$170,800 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $900/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population91
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density303/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans67.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$27,300
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$1,345M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking12.3%
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute30 min
Broadband26.0%
Libraries3

Is Maeystown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maeystown receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Maeystown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maeystown is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maeystown is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Maeystown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.6 inches, including 9.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Maeystown has a population of 91 with a density of 303 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

91
Total Population
303
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.4%
Female 39.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Maeystown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maeystown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maeystown is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Maeystown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$27,300
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$99,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)827
County GDP$1,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare104
Retail97
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Maeystown is $170,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.7%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1993

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,146
76% above US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Maeystown, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 23.2% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.0%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits67.9%
Premature Death5,617/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access85.3%
Healthcare Facilities104
Maeystown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.6 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall9.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density303/sq mi
Coordinates38.2297°N, 90.2310°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17133
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 26.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.3%
D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density303/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities104
Restaurants85
Retail Stores97

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone94.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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