Moro, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Moro is a small town in Illinois with a population of 337. Residents earn $84,744 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
337 Population 1,532/sq mi density
$84,744 Median Income $37,418 per capita
$251,300 Home Value $240,321 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$84,744 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$251,300 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,744
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $251,300
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.2%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population337
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,532/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,744
Per Capita$37,418
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$40,403M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$251,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$240,321

Health

Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation527 ft (161 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.2%
High School+90.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute18 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries16

Is Moro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moro receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Moro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moro is $84,744, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moro is $251,300, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Moro 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. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Moro has a population of 337 with a density of 1,532 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

337
Total Population
1,532
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Moro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moro is $84,744, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Moro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,744
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,519
IRS Avg AGI$63,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% 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 Rate1.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.1 min
Drive Alone98.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Moro is $251,300, 11% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $240,321.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$251,300
11% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$240,321
Median List Price$330,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$330,000
$/Sq Ft$160
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.94%
In Moro, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 18.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity18.1%
Depression22.7%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death15,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Moro 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation527 ft (161 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,532/sq mi
Coordinates38.9252°N, 90.0264°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 64.7-point margin. 100.0% 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+33.2%
1% below US avg
High School+90.4%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,532/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Restaurants1,029
Retail Stores810

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.1 min
Drive Alone98.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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