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Milton, IL

Illinois

Milton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 188. Residents earn $48,365 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
188 Population 482/sq mi density
$48,365 Median Income $22,411 per capita
$73,600 Home Value $103,125 Zillow
$1,350 Median Rent 43.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$48,365 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,600 home value, $1,350/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,365
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,600
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.0%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,350
16% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.0%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.2%
39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population188
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density482/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$48,365
Per Capita$22,411
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty17.2%
County GDP$208M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,600
Rent$1,350
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$103,125
Housing Units100
Rent Burden43.3%

Health

Obesity41.0%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking19.2%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation675 ft (206 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.0%
High School+69.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries2

Is Milton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Milton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milton is $48,365, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milton is $73,600, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,350 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Milton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Milton has a population of 188 with a density of 482 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

188
Total Population
482
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Milton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Milton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milton is $48,365, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Milton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,365
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,411
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.2%
39% above US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone98.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Milton is $73,600, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,350 (16% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $103,125.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,600
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$103,125

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,350
16% above US avg
Rent Burden43.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.7%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate4.55%
In Milton, 41.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.0%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits53.1%
Premature Death9,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access8.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Milton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall15.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation675 ft (206 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density482/sq mi
Coordinates39.5646°N, 90.6499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.0%
82% below US avg
High School+69.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density482/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone98.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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