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Nachusa, IL

Illinois · Lee County

Nachusa is a small town in Illinois with a population of 123. Residents earn $99,531 per year, which is 32% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
123 Population 162/sq mi density
$99,531 Median Income $21,808 per capita
$156,600 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$99,531 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$156,600 home value
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $99,531
32% higher than US avg
Home Value $156,600
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density162/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans81.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$99,531
Per Capita$21,808
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$156,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units55
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation783 ft (239 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute13 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries5

Is Nachusa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nachusa receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Nachusa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nachusa is $99,531, which is significantly higher than the national average — 32% above $75,149. This places Nachusa among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nachusa is $156,600, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.6% 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

Nachusa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nachusa has a population of 123 with a density of 162 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.6%), with 8.1% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

123
Total Population
162
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Nachusa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nachusa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nachusa is $99,531, which is 32% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Nachusa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$99,531
32% above US avg
Per Capita Income$21,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$71,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,173M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare88
Retail96
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nachusa is $156,600, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$156,600
44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units55
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Nachusa, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,362
Dentists1:2,115
Mental Health1:134
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death7,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities88
Nachusa has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.6 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation783 ft (239 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density162/sq mi
Coordinates41.8339°N, 89.3858°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyLee County County
County FIPS17103
Nachusa is located in Lee County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density162/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyLee County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants79
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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