Median Income
$62,000
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$120,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$977
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.7%
38% lower than US avg
How Minonk Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,909
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density795/mi²
Male / Female56% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Economy
B+
Median Income$62,000
Per Capita$35,781
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$120,600
Rent$977
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,244
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Elevation735 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Libraries9
Is Minonk a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Minonk receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Minonk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Minonk is $62,000, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% 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 Minonk is $120,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $977 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Minonk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Minonk has a population of 1,909 with a density of 795 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.4% Hispanic.
Population
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
The median household income in Minonk is $62,000, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,000 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,781 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,058 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $97,599 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.7% |
| 38% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 803 |
| County GDP | $1,783M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 56 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 100 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,738 |
| 93% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.59% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
The median home value in Minonk is $120,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $977 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,244.
Home Values
| Census Median | $120,600 |
| 57% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $160,244 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $977 |
| 16% 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,738 |
| 93% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.59% |
In Minonk, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Minonk vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 24.1% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 12.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 5,803/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Minonk vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Minonk has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.7 inches |
| 1% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 21.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 735 ft (224 m) |
| Area | 2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 795/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.9104°N, 89.0382°W |
| County FIPS | 17203 |