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Martinton, IL

Illinois

Martinton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 312. Residents earn $86,000 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
312 Population 1,156/sq mi density
$86,000 Median Income $38,266 per capita
$110,500 Home Value $192,155 Zillow
$763 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$86,000 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,500 home value, $763/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,000
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $110,500
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population312
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density1,156/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,000
Per Capita$38,266
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,500
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,155
Housing Units165
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity41.3%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation624 ft (190 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute39 min
Broadband94.6%
Libraries9

Is Martinton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Martinton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Martinton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Martinton is $86,000, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Martinton is $110,500, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Martinton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Martinton has a population of 312 with a density of 1,156 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%).

Population

312
Total Population
1,156
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Martinton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Martinton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Martinton is $86,000, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Martinton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,000
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,266
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.9 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Martinton is $110,500, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,155.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,500
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,155

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%
Housing Units165
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.12%
In Martinton, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits57.9%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Martinton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation624 ft (190 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,156/sq mi
Coordinates40.9153°N, 87.7264°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,156/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.9 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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