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Muddy, IL

Illinois

Muddy is a small town in Illinois with a population of 42.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
42 Population 140/sq mi density
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population42
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density140/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$42,048
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$1,123M
Commute15 min

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation370 ft (113 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute15 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries4

Is Muddy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muddy receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Muddy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Muddy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Muddy has a population of 42 with a density of 140 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

42
Total Population
140
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.9%
Female 57.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Muddy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Muddy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muddy is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Muddy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$42,048
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$59,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)503
County GDP$1,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare73
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

Walkability

Muddy has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation370 ft (113 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density140/sq mi
Coordinates37.7668°N, 88.5139°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density140/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants46
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

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