Mitchell, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Mitchell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 847. Residents earn $55,313 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
847 Population 1,513/sq mi density
$55,313 Median Income $52,754 per capita
$98,500 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,313 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,500 home value
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,313
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population847
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,513/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,313
Per Capita$52,754
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$40,403M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units485

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking18.9%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation426 ft (130 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute29 min
Broadband73.4%
Libraries16

Is Mitchell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mitchell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, high obesity rates. Mitchell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mitchell is $55,313, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mitchell is $98,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mitchell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mitchell has a population of 847 with a density of 1,513 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%).

Population

847
Total Population
1,513
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mitchell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mitchell is $55,313, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Mitchell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,313
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,754
Avg Weekly Wage$1,519
IRS Avg AGI$63,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,318
County GDP$40,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,029
Healthcare2,212
Retail810
Manufacturing366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Mitchell is $98,500, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,500
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$77
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio78.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.8%
Housing Units485
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Rate4.96%
In Mitchell, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death15,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Mitchell has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation426 ft (130 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,513/sq mi
Coordinates38.7631°N, 90.0816°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 64.7-point margin. 73.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 81.4%

Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,513/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.4%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Restaurants1,029
Retail Stores810

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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