Mattoon, WI

Wisconsin

Mattoon is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 477. Residents earn $70,500 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
477 Population 293/sq mi density
$70,500 Median Income $32,050 per capita
$82,900 Home Value
$867 Median Rent 31.9% income on rent
41°F Avg Temperature 276 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$70,500 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,900 home value, $867/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,500
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population477
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,500
Per Capita$32,050
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,900
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units202
Rent Burden31.9%

Health

Obesity41.7%
Uninsured14.3%
Smoking16.2%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp41°F (5°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain29.4 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+85.3%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.3%
Libraries3

Is Mattoon a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mattoon receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Mattoon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mattoon is $70,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mattoon is $82,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 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

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mattoon has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 41°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 276 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 29.4 inches, including 53.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Mattoon has a population of 477 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

477
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mattoon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.7%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.3%
1% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mattoon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mattoon is $70,500, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Mattoon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,500
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,050
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$58,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)647
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare49
Retail86
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,841
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.1 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mattoon is $82,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,900
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden31.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units202
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,841
38% above US avg
Effective Rate5.84%
In Mattoon, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 31.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity31.1%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured14.3%
66% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death8,311/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities49
Mattoon has an average annual temperature of 41°F (5°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.4 inches. The area enjoys 276 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

12°F Jan (-11°C) 67°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average41.4°F
23% below US avg
January Average12°F (-11°C)
July Average67°F (20°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall29.4 inches
23% below US avg
Snowfall53.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,278 ft (390 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates45.0046°N, 89.0411°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.6-point margin. 93.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.8%
D 32.1%

Winner: Republican by 34.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+85.3%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.3%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants61
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.1 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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