New Canton, IL

Illinois

New Canton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 209. Residents earn $37,031 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
209 Population 238/sq mi density
$37,031 Median Income $25,685 per capita
$72,100 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 31.0% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$37,031 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,100 home value, $525/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,031
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,100
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population209
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density238/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,031
Per Capita$25,685
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$684M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,100
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units128
Rent Burden31.0%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.9%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation471 ft (144 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 21%
Commute36 min
Broadband94.0%
Libraries2

Is New Canton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Canton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. New Canton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Canton is $37,031, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Canton is $72,100, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Canton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Canton has a population of 209 with a density of 238 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

209
Total Population
238
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Canton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Canton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Canton is $37,031, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: New Canton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,031
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,685
Avg Weekly Wage$864
IRS Avg AGI$57,872

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)504
County GDP$684M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare56
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,127
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.2 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Canton is $72,100, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,100
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden31.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.7%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,127
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In New Canton, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death8,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities56
New Canton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°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

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation471 ft (144 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density238/sq mi
Coordinates39.6371°N, 91.0983°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29163
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 94.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density238/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants37
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.2 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.2%

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