Mansfield, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Mansfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 890. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
890 Population 1,745/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $38,961 per capita
$133,600 Home Value $218,814 Zillow
$1,057 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,600 home value, $1,057/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,600
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population890
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density1,745/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$38,961
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$719M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,600
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$218,814
Rent Burden24.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation727 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+93.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.3%
Libraries7

Is Mansfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mansfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Mansfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mansfield is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mansfield is $133,600, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mansfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mansfield has a population of 890 with a density of 1,745 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

890
Total Population
1,745
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.7%
Female 49.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mansfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mansfield is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mansfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,961
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$88,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$719M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare23
Retail39
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,384
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mansfield is $133,600, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $218,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,600
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$218,814
Median List Price$122,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$122,400
$/Sq Ft$122
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio95.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,384
111% above US avg
Effective Rate5.53%
In Mansfield, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 18.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity18.0%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death6,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities23

Crime Rates: Mansfield vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Mansfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation727 ft (222 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,745/sq mi
Coordinates40.2120°N, 88.5087°W
County FIPS17147
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 88.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+93.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,745/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.3%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants28
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit2.2%
Work from Home6.0%

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