Median Income
$52,048
31% lower than US avg
Home Value
$159,600
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$803
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
7.5%
40% lower than US avg
How Momence Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,076
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density1,947/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Economy
B+
Median Income$52,048
Per Capita$28,764
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$8,529M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$159,600
Rent$803
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$175,620
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation621 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute24 min
Libraries8
Is Momence a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Momence receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Momence offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Momence is $52,048, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.5% 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 Momence is $159,600, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Momence 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 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Momence has a population of 3,076 with a density of 1,947 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 3.6% Black.
Population
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.4% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 12.6% |
| 6% below US avg |
The median household income in Momence is $52,048, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,048 |
| 31% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,764 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,075 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,985 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 7.5% |
| 40% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,200 |
| County GDP | $8,529M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 248 |
| Healthcare | 312 |
| Retail | 343 |
| Manufacturing | 104 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,321 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.96% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Momence is $159,600, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $175,620.
Home Values
| Census Median | $159,600 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $175,620 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $803 |
| 31% 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) | $6,321 |
| 81% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.96% |
In Momence, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Momence vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.7% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.1% |
| Depression | 22.3% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 14.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,618/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 83.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 312 |
Crime Rates: Momence vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Momence 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 41.7 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 | 51.2°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.7 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 20.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 621 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,947/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.1636°N, 87.6635°W |
| County FIPS | 17091 |