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McClure, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

McClure is a small town in Illinois with a population of 245. Residents earn $36,667 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
245 Population 160/sq mi density
$36,667 Median Income $24,814 per capita
$47,500 Home Value
$686 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$36,667 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,500 home value, $686/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,667
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,500
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $686
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.5%
17% higher than US avg

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

People

Population245
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density160/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$36,667
Per Capita$24,814
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty14.5%
County GDP$273M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,500
Rent$686
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units136
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity40.1%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking19.0%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation336 ft (102 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+91.6%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries2

Is McClure a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McClure receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. McClure offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McClure is $36,667, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 14.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McClure is $47,500, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $686 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

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

McClure enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McClure has a population of 245 with a density of 160 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.6%).

Population

245
Total Population
160
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

McClure vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McClure vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McClure is $36,667, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: McClure vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,667
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,814
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$49,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.5%
17% above US avg
Establishments (County)96
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare5
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McClure is $47,500, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $686 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,500
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$686
41% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

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%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In McClure, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits52.6%
Premature Death16,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
McClure has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation336 ft (102 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density160/sq mi
Coordinates37.3126°N, 89.4316°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+91.6%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density160/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants12
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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