Neponset, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Neponset is a small town in Illinois with a population of 411. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
411 Population 411/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $31,634 per capita
$73,800 Home Value
$770 Median Rent 24.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,800 home value, $770/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $770
34% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population411
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density411/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$31,634
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$340M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
Rent$770
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units204
Rent Burden24.0%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking15.8%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation831 ft (253 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband76.9%
Libraries3

Is Neponset a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Neponset receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Neponset offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Neponset is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Neponset is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $770 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Neponset experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Neponset has a population of 411 with a density of 411 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

411
Total Population
411
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Neponset vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Neponset vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Neponset is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Neponset vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,634
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$68,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$340M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare5
Retail10
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Neponset is $73,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $770 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$6
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio61.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$770
34% below US avg
Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.3%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Rate6.48%
In Neponset, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death9,474/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access46.9%
Healthcare Facilities5
Neponset has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation831 ft (253 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density411/sq mi
Coordinates41.2967°N, 89.7896°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17175
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.6-point margin. 76.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density411/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.9%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants5
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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