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Modesto, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Modesto is a small town in Illinois with a population of 171. Residents earn $69,375 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
171 Population 305/sq mi density
$69,375 Median Income $33,158 per capita
$68,800 Home Value
$642 Median Rent 10.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$69,375 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,800 home value, $642/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,375
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,375
Per Capita$33,158
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,800
Rent$642
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units87
Rent Burden10.8%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.2%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation680 ft (207 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+8.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries9

Is Modesto a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Modesto receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Modesto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Modesto is $69,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Modesto is $68,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Modesto experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Modesto has a population of 171 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

171
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Modesto vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Modesto vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Modesto is $69,375, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Modesto vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,375
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,158
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare78
Retail116
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Modesto is $68,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,800
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden10.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.7%
Housing Units87
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate5.56%
In Modesto, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,037
Dentists1:2,950
Mental Health1:1,158
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
Modesto has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates39.4789°N, 89.9803°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+8.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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