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Nason, IL

Illinois

Nason is a small town in Illinois with a population of 252. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
252 Population 277/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $23,857 per capita
$77,200 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,200 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,200
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.1%
70% higher than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density277/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$23,857
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty21.1%
County GDP$2,434M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,200
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units128
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.1%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain46.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation435 ft (133 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute37 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries1

Is Nason a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nason receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Nason has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nason is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 21.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nason is $77,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Nason enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nason has a population of 252 with a density of 277 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

252
Total Population
277
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nason vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nason vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nason is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Nason vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,857
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$62,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.1%
70% above US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$2,434M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare131
Retail146
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,198
49% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.7 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Nason is $77,200, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,200
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,198
49% above US avg
Effective Rate6.73%
In Nason, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,049
Dentists1:1,733
Mental Health1:313
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits58.3%
Premature Death10,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access49.1%
Healthcare Facilities131
Nason has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.9°F
4% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.0 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation435 ft (133 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density277/sq mi
Coordinates38.1760°N, 88.9663°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density277/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants86
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.7 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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