New Douglas, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

New Douglas is a small town in Illinois with a population of 320. Residents earn $48,500 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
320 Population 305/sq mi density
$48,500 Median Income $27,073 per capita
$85,500 Home Value $97,069 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$48,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,500 home value, $738/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,500
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population320
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,500
Per Capita$27,073
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$781M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,500
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,069
Rent Burden23.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation615 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband81.5%
Libraries1

Is New Douglas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Douglas receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Douglas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Douglas is $48,500, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Douglas is $85,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Douglas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Douglas has a population of 320 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

320
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Douglas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Douglas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Douglas is $48,500, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: New Douglas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,500
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,073
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Douglas is $85,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,069.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,500
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,069

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate5.88%
In New Douglas, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.1%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32

Crime Rates: New Douglas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

New Douglas has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation615 ft (187 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates38.9688°N, 89.6679°W
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 81.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.8 min
Drive Alone80.6%
Public Transit2.9%
Work from Home7.9%

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