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Montrose, IL

Illinois

Montrose is a small town in Illinois with a population of 276. Residents earn $54,821 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
276 Population 431/sq mi density
$54,821 Median Income $26,762 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $189,682 Zillow
$393 Median Rent 12.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,821 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $393/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,821
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $393
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density431/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,821
Per Capita$26,762
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,828M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$393
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$189,682
Housing Units117
Rent Burden12.0%

Health

Obesity31.5%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking12.0%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation601 ft (183 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+90.7%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute35 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries3

Is Montrose a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Montrose 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, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Montrose offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Montrose is $54,821, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Montrose is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $393 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Montrose experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°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 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Montrose has a population of 276 with a density of 431 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%).

Population

276
Total Population
431
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Montrose vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Montrose vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Montrose is $54,821, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Montrose vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,821
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,762
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$70,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$1,828M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare18
Retail23
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,420
2% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Montrose is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $393 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $189,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$189,682

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$393
66% below US avg
Rent Burden12.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,420
2% below US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Montrose, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.5%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits67.8%
Premature Death7,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities18
Montrose has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°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

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation601 ft (183 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density431/sq mi
Coordinates39.1660°N, 88.3780°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.9-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 61.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+90.7%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density431/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.0 min
Drive Alone85.5%
Public Transit1.4%
Work from Home10.3%

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