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Nebo, IL

Illinois

Nebo is a small town in Illinois with a population of 324. Residents earn $45,000 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
324 Population 753/sq mi density
$45,000 Median Income $19,621 per capita
$42,500 Home Value $143,248 Zillow
$1,025 Median Rent 12.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$45,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,500 home value, $1,025/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,000
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,500
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,025
12% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.2%
55% higher than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density753/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,000
Per Capita$19,621
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty19.2%
County GDP$825M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,500
Rent$1,025
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$143,248
Housing Units154
Rent Burden12.9%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured9.7%
Smoking19.2%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation484 ft (148 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+85.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute18 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries3

Is Nebo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nebo receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Nebo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nebo is $45,000, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 19.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nebo is $42,500, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,025 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Nebo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nebo has a population of 324 with a density of 753 people per square mile. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

324
Total Population
753
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Nebo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nebo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nebo is $45,000, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Nebo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,000
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,621
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$61,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.2%
55% above US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$825M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare27
Retail47
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,031
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.7 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Nebo is $42,500, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,025 (12% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $143,248.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,500
85% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$143,248

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,025
12% below US avg
Rent Burden12.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.8%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,031
15% above US avg
Effective Rate9.48%
In Nebo, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.2% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.2%
37% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured9.7%
13% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits55.3%
Premature Death9,047/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access43.9%
Healthcare Facilities27
Nebo has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation484 ft (148 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density753/sq mi
Coordinates39.4421°N, 90.7882°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.3%
96% below US avg
High School+85.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density753/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants32
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.7 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home9.6%

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