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Makanda, IL

Illinois

Makanda is a small town in Illinois with a population of 550. Residents earn $72,083 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
550 Population 104/sq mi density
$72,083 Median Income $56,225 per capita
$241,300 Home Value $188,579 Zillow
$911 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$241,300 home value, $911/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
60.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,083
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $241,300
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 60.8%
80% higher than US avg
Median Rent $911
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population550
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,083
Per Capita$56,225
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$533M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$241,300
Rent$911
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$188,579
Housing Units226
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking10.5%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+60.8%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+27.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute28 min
Broadband91.7%
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Makanda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Makanda receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Makanda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Makanda is $72,083, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Makanda is $241,300, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $911 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Makanda is a highly educated community — 60.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Makanda 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 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.0 inches, including 11.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Makanda has a population of 550 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%).

Population

550
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Makanda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.5%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.5%
29% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Makanda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Makanda is $72,083, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Makanda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,083
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$56,225
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$59,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)329
County GDP$533M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare60
Retail57
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Makanda is $241,300, 14% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $911 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $188,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$241,300
14% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$188,579

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$911
22% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units226
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,106
17% above US avg
Effective Rate1.70%
In Makanda, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 10.5% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.5%
25% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress10.3%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death10,018/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access56.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Makanda 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 49.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.0 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall11.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates37.6203°N, 89.2371°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 60.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.2-point margin. 91.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 43.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+60.8%
80% above US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+27.9%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.7%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants41
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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