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New Burnside, IL

Illinois

New Burnside is a small town in Illinois with a population of 150. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
150 Population 143/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $23,738 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population150
Median Age57.0 yrs
Density143/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans2.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$23,738
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$329M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation555 ft (169 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute49 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries1

Is New Burnside a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Burnside receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. New Burnside stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Burnside is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Burnside is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Burnside enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Burnside has a population of 150 with a density of 143 people per square mile. The median age is 57.0 years, 47% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.7%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

150
Total Population
143
People / sq mi
57.0yrs
Median Age
47% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.7%
Female 55.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Burnside vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Burnside vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Burnside is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: New Burnside vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,738
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$62,218

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)196
County GDP$329M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail33
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,575
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.8 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Burnside is $77,500, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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 Units83
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,575
31% above US avg
Effective Rate5.90%
In New Burnside, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 19.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Burnside vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity19.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.1%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
New Burnside has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation555 ft (169 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density143/sq mi
Coordinates37.5782°N, 88.7733°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density143/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.8 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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