Millington, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Millington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 675. Residents earn $79,767 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
675 Population 951/sq mi density
$79,767 Median Income $41,817 per capita
$205,700 Home Value
$1,104 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$79,767 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$205,700 home value, $1,104/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,767
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $205,700
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.3%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population675
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density951/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,767
Per Capita$41,817
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$5,408M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$205,700
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Elevation578 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.3%
High School+96.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute40 min
Broadband92.2%
Libraries5

Is Millington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Millington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Millington is $79,767, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millington is $205,700, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Millington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Millington has a population of 675 with a density of 951 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

675
Total Population
951
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Millington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millington is $79,767, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Millington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,767
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,817
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$87,438

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,463
County GDP$5,408M

Business (County)

Restaurants235
Healthcare218
Retail253
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,287
137% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.9 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Millington is $205,700, 27% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$205,700
27% below US avg
Median List Price$699,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$699,000
$/Sq Ft$133
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio86.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,287
137% above US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In Millington, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death4,543/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access90.7%
Healthcare Facilities218

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Millington has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation578 ft (176 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density951/sq mi
Coordinates41.5605°N, 88.6041°W
County FIPS17093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.5-point margin. 92.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.5%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.3%
46% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density951/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities218
Restaurants235
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.9 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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