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Mapleton, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Mapleton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 294. Residents earn $65,729 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
294 Population 330/sq mi density
$65,729 Median Income $32,163 per capita
$108,700 Home Value $268,661 Zillow
$570 Median Rent 14.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,729 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,700 home value, $570/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,729
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,700
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $570
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population294
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density330/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,729
Per Capita$32,163
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,700
Rent$570
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,661
Housing Units133
Rent Burden14.8%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation608 ft (185 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute28 min
Broadband78.7%
Libraries12

Is Mapleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mapleton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Mapleton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mapleton is $65,729, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.5% 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 Mapleton is $108,700, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $570 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mapleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mapleton has a population of 294 with a density of 330 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

294
Total Population
330
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mapleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mapleton is $65,729, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Mapleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,729
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,163
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$79,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,560
County GDP$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants304
Healthcare285
Retail380
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mapleton is $108,700, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $570 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,661.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,700
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,661
Median List Price$169,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,900
$/Sq Ft$98
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$570
51% below US avg
Rent Burden14.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.9%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Rate6.10%
In Mapleton, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities285
Mapleton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall26.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation608 ft (185 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density330/sq mi
Coordinates40.5730°N, 89.7247°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.7-point margin. 78.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density330/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.7%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants304
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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