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McNabb, IL

Illinois · Putnam County

McNabb is a small town in Illinois with a population of 228. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
228 Population 1,267/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $33,207 per capita
$123,000 Home Value
$755 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,000 home value, $755/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $123,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $755
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population228
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density1,267/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$33,207
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$428M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,000
Rent$755
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units100
Rent Burden20.8%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking12.7%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute28 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries6

Is McNabb a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McNabb receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. McNabb offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McNabb is $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McNabb is $123,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $755 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

McNabb experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McNabb has a population of 228 with a density of 1,267 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

228
Total Population
1,267
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

McNabb vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McNabb vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McNabb is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: McNabb vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,207
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in McNabb is $123,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $755 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,000
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$755
35% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.2%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate3.73%
In McNabb, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,566
Dentists1:2,786
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits67.5%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
McNabb has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Coordinates41.1771°N, 89.2097°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPutnam County County
County FIPS17155
McNabb is located in Putnam County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,267/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone87.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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