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Mill Shoals, IL

Illinois

Mill Shoals is a small town in Illinois with a population of 138. Residents earn $58,542 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
138 Population 179/sq mi density
$58,542 Median Income $29,275 per capita
$60,000 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,542 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,542
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,542
Per Capita$29,275
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$679M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation389 ft (119 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+86.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute27 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries2

Is Mill Shoals a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mill Shoals receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes. Mill Shoals offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mill Shoals is $58,542, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% 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 Mill Shoals is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mill Shoals enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mill Shoals has a population of 138 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

138
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58%
Female 42%

Race & Ethnicity

Mill Shoals vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mill Shoals vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mill Shoals is $58,542, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mill Shoals vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,542
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,275
Avg Weekly Wage$825
IRS Avg AGI$61,895

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)379
County GDP$679M

Business (County)

Restaurants36
Healthcare36
Retail61
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Mill Shoals is $60,000, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate7.65%
In Mill Shoals, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mill Shoals vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.8%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,774
Dentists1:3,968
Mental Health1:657
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death9,935/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities36
Mill Shoals has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.1°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation389 ft (119 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates38.2495°N, 88.3457°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17191
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.9-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.9%
D 14%

Winner: Republican by 70.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+86.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities36
Restaurants36
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone94.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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