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Mineral, IL

Illinois

Mineral is a small town in Illinois with a population of 179. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
179 Population 526/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $25,709 per capita
$73,900 Home Value
$1,025 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,900 home value, $1,025/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population179
Median Age49.3 yrs
Density526/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$25,709
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$1,598M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units109
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking16.0%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation639 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute27 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries14

Is Mineral a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mineral receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Mineral offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mineral is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mineral is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mineral experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mineral has a population of 179 with a density of 526 people per square mile. The median age is 49.3 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Black.

Population

179
Total Population
526
People / sq mi
49.3yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mineral vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mineral vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mineral is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mineral vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,709
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$67,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)771
County GDP$1,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare60
Retail95
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mineral is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,900
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%
Housing Units109
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Rate7.26%
In Mineral, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death8,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities60
Mineral has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation639 ft (195 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density526/sq mi
Coordinates41.3822°N, 89.8363°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density526/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants77
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone88.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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