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Media, IL

Illinois · Henderson County

Media is a small town in Illinois with a population of 99. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
99 Population 58/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $33,236 per capita
$81,000 Home Value
$825 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°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
4.2 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,000 home value, $825/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.9%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.9%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population99
Median Age52.4 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$33,236
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.9%
County GDP$224M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,000
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.7%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation710 ft (216 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.9%
High School+84.1%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries2

Is Media a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Media receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Media offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Media is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Media is $81,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 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

15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Media experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Media has a population of 99 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 52.4 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 10.1% Hispanic.

Population

99
Total Population
58
People / sq mi
52.4yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.6%
Female 42.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Media vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Media vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Media is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Media vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,236
Avg Weekly Wage$712
IRS Avg AGI$61,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.9%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$224M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare6
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Media is $81,000, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,000
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.0%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate4.14%
In Media, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:6,312
Dentists1:615
Mental Health1:1,218
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death8,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access12.4%
Healthcare Facilities6
Media has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density58/sq mi
Coordinates40.7694°N, 90.8327°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyHenderson County County
County FIPS17071
Media is located in Henderson County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.9%
53% below US avg
High School+84.1%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density58/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi
CountyHenderson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants10
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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