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Medora, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Medora is a small town in Illinois with a population of 295. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
295 Population 776/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $33,946 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$913 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $913/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population295
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density776/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$33,946
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$673M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units159
Rent Burden13.6%

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.3%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation606 ft (185 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.3%
Libraries1

Is Medora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Medora receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Medora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Medora is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Medora is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Medora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°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 42.2 inches, including 12.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Medora has a population of 295 with a density of 776 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

295
Total Population
776
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Medora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Medora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Medora is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Medora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,946
Avg Weekly Wage$870
IRS Avg AGI$72,020

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)389
County GDP$673M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare41
Retail58
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Medora is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.3%
Housing Units159
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,281
51% above US avg
Effective Rate6.21%
In Medora, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.3% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.3%
5% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity19.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death9,795/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities41
Medora has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall12.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation606 ft (185 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density776/sq mi
Coordinates39.1765°N, 90.1414°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17083
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.2-point margin. 87.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.3%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density776/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.3%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants54
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone68.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.9%

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