Mechanicsburg, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Mechanicsburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 748. Residents earn $77,422 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
748 Population 719/sq mi density
$77,422 Median Income $41,312 per capita
$206,300 Home Value $205,950 Zillow
$781 Median Rent 42.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,422 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$206,300 home value, $781/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,422
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $206,300
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.5%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population748
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density719/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,422
Per Capita$41,312
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$206,300
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$205,950
Housing Units323
Rent Burden42.0%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.5%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation561 ft (171 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.5%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.3%
Libraries13

Is Mechanicsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mechanicsburg receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mechanicsburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mechanicsburg is $77,422, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mechanicsburg is $206,300, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mechanicsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mechanicsburg has a population of 748 with a density of 719 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%).

Population

748
Total Population
719
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mechanicsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mechanicsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mechanicsburg is $77,422, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mechanicsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,422
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,312
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Mechanicsburg is $206,300, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $205,950.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$206,300
27% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$205,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden42.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%
Housing Units323
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Mechanicsburg, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.5% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.5%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits61.9%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489
Mechanicsburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation561 ft (171 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density719/sq mi
Coordinates39.7972°N, 89.4107°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.5%
33% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density719/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.7%

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