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Maquon, IL

Illinois

Maquon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 145. Residents earn $56,964 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
145 Population 906/sq mi density
$56,964 Median Income $31,970 per capita
$69,500 Home Value $132,470 Zillow
$619 Median Rent 37.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$56,964 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,500 home value, $619/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,964
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,500
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population145
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density906/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,964
Per Capita$31,970
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$2,449M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,500
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$132,470
Housing Units110
Rent Burden37.9%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.8%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute32 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries9

Is Maquon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maquon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Maquon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maquon is $56,964, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maquon is $69,500, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Maquon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 25.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Maquon has a population of 145 with a density of 906 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

145
Total Population
906
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Maquon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.3%
53% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Maquon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maquon is $56,964, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Maquon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,964
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,970
Avg Weekly Wage$894
IRS Avg AGI$62,190

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)980
County GDP$2,449M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare124
Retail154
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Maquon is $69,500, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $132,470.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,500
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$132,470

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% below US avg
Rent Burden37.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units110
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,480
85% above US avg
Effective Rate9.32%
In Maquon, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death9,889/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access75.9%
Healthcare Facilities124
Maquon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall25.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density906/sq mi
Coordinates40.7980°N, 90.1632°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 44.4%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density906/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities124
Restaurants130
Retail Stores154

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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