Nashville, IL

Illinois

Nashville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,991. Residents earn $61,753 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
2,991 Population 971/sq mi density
$61,753 Median Income $32,381 per capita
$146,500 Home Value $171,690 Zillow
$816 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$61,753 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,500 home value, $816/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,753
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,500
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $816
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.4%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,991
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density971/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$61,753
Per Capita$32,381
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,500
Rent$816
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,690

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation473 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+93.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Nashville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nashville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Nashville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nashville is $61,753, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nashville is $146,500, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $816 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Nashville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nashville has a population of 2,991 with a density of 971 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

2,991
Total Population
971
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Nashville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nashville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nashville is $61,753, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Nashville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,753
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,381
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.4%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Nashville is $146,500, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $816 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,690.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,500
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,690

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$816
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Nashville, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.8% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25

Crime Rates: Nashville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Nashville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density971/sq mi
Coordinates38.3536°N, 89.3780°W
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density971/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Work from Home6.1%

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