McCook, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

McCook is a small town in Illinois with a population of 299. Residents earn $74,464 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
299 Population 115/sq mi density
$74,464 Median Income $31,377 per capita
$319,000 Home Value
$1,338 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
1,724 Violent Crime/100K 21,983 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,464 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$319,000 home value, $1,338/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,724 violent crimes/100K (354% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,464
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $319,000
13% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 1,724/100K
354% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,338
15% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 54%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,464
Per Capita$31,377
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$319,000
Rent$1,338
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden21.9%

Crime

F
Violent1,724/100K
Property21,983/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,293/100K
Burglary3,017/100K

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking13.6%
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute22 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries188

Is McCook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McCook receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, a high uninsured rate. McCook has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McCook is $74,464, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McCook is $319,000, 13% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,338 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 1,724 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 21,983 per 100,000, 1022% above the national average.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

McCook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°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 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McCook has a population of 299 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (53.5%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

299
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

McCook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only67.9%
14% below US avg
Spanish32.1%
140% above US avg

Social Characteristics

McCook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McCook is $74,464, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: McCook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,464
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,377
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$100,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)137,804
County GDP$546,441M

Business (County)

Restaurants12,631
Healthcare16,051
Retail13,648
Manufacturing4,404

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit12.7%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McCook is $319,000, 13% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,338 (15% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$319,000
13% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$403
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,338
15% above US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.6%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Rate3.27%
In McCook, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 21.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.6%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death8,536/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities16,051
McCook has a violent crime rate of 1,724 per 100,000 residents, 354% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 21,983 per 100,000 (1022% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: McCook vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,724.1/100K
354% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape431.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,293.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property21,982.8/100K
1022% above US avg
Burglary3,017.2/100K
Theft12,931.0/100K
Vehicle Theft6,034.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
McCook has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates41.7983°N, 87.8416°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.4%
D 70.4%

Winner: Democrat by 42 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.2%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries188
Healthcare Facilities16,051
Restaurants12,631
Retail Stores13,648

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit12.7%
Work from Home0.0%

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