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Menominee, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Menominee is a small town in Illinois with a population of 275. Residents earn $115,000 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
275 Population 144/sq mi density
$115,000 Median Income $41,547 per capita
$253,100 Home Value
$694 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$115,000 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$253,100 home value, $694/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,000
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $253,100
10% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $694
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population275
Median Age50.9 yrs
Density144/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans3.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$115,000
Per Capita$41,547
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$9,160M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$253,100
Rent$694
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units141
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking13.8%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation803 ft (245 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+99.0%
Graduate+10.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute16 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries8

Is Menominee a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Menominee receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Menominee stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Menominee is $115,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places Menominee among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Menominee is $253,100, 10% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $694 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Menominee experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.2 inches, including 42.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Menominee has a population of 275 with a density of 144 people per square mile. The median age is 50.9 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

275
Total Population
144
People / sq mi
50.9yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.3%
Female 56.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Menominee vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.2%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.8%
34% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Menominee vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Menominee is $115,000, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Menominee vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,000
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,547
Avg Weekly Wage$1,128
IRS Avg AGI$86,704

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,728
County GDP$9,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants242
Healthcare316
Retail397
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Menominee is $253,100, 10% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $694 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$253,100
10% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$694
40% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units141
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,807
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.29%
In Menominee, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death6,844/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access82.6%
Healthcare Facilities316
Menominee has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

19°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below US avg
January Average19°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.2 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall42.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation803 ft (245 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density144/sq mi
Coordinates42.4747°N, 90.5429°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19061
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 8.6-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 8.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+99.0%
Graduate Degree+10.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density144/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities316
Restaurants242
Retail Stores397

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.4%

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