Metamora, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Metamora is a small town in Illinois with a population of 4,094. Residents earn $99,091 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,094 Population 1,796/sq mi density
$99,091 Median Income $46,583 per capita
$209,800 Home Value $217,252 Zillow
$880 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,091 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$209,800 home value, $880/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
54.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,091
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $209,800
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 54.6%
62% higher than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.6%
87% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,094
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density1,796/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,091
Per Capita$46,583
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.6%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,800
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,252

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr

Education

A+
Bachelor's+54.6%
High School+96.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Libraries9

Is Metamora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metamora receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Metamora stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Metamora is $99,091, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Metamora among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Metamora is $209,800, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Metamora is a highly educated community — 54.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Metamora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Metamora has a population of 4,094 with a density of 1,796 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

4,094
Total Population
1,796
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.7%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Metamora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Metamora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metamora is $99,091, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Metamora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,091
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,583
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.6%
87% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Metamora is $209,800, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,252.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,800
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,252

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate3.21%
In Metamora, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.8% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42

Crime Rates: Metamora vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Metamora has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density1,796/sq mi
Coordinates40.7950°N, 89.3684°W
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 54.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+54.6%
62% above US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,796/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Work from Home9.1%

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