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Mulberry Grove, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Mulberry Grove is a small town in Illinois with a population of 739. Residents earn $57,250 per year, which is 24% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
739 Population 725/sq mi density
$57,250 Median Income $26,964 per capita
$74,800 Home Value $159,439 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$57,250 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,800 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,250
24% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,800
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population739
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density725/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans7.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$57,250
Per Capita$26,964
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$781M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,800
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,439
Housing Units368
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.6%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation517 ft (158 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+90.4%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband77.1%
Libraries1

Is Mulberry Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mulberry Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mulberry Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mulberry Grove is $57,250, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mulberry Grove is $74,800, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Mulberry Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mulberry Grove has a population of 739 with a density of 725 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

739
Total Population
725
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Mulberry Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Mulberry Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mulberry Grove is $57,250, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Mulberry Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,250
24% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,964
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mulberry Grove is $74,800, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,439.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,800
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,439

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.9%
Housing Units368
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate6.72%
In Mulberry Grove, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 22.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mulberry Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.5%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Mulberry Grove has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation517 ft (158 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density725/sq mi
Coordinates38.9253°N, 89.2620°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+90.4%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density725/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.1%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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