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New Grand Chain, IL

Illinois

New Grand Chain is a small town in Illinois with a population of 144. Residents earn $31,250 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
144 Population 138/sq mi density
$31,250 Median Income $28,121 per capita
$52,500 Home Value
$494 Median Rent 14.6% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$31,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,500 home value, $494/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,250
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $494
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,250
Per Capita$28,121
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$223M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,500
Rent$494
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden14.6%

Health

Obesity44.4%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking21.4%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation383 ft (117 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+95.2%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries1

Is New Grand Chain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Grand Chain receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Grand Chain offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Grand Chain is $31,250, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Grand Chain is $52,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $494 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Grand Chain enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°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 49.4 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Grand Chain has a population of 144 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 9% Black.

Population

144
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.3%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

New Grand Chain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Grand Chain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Grand Chain is $31,250, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Grand Chain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,250
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,121
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$51,047

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)105
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Grand Chain is $52,500, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $494 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,500
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$494
58% below US avg
Rent Burden14.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.2%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate5.33%
In New Grand Chain, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.4% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits53.6%
Premature Death12,463/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
New Grand Chain has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation383 ft (117 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates37.2564°N, 89.0186°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+95.2%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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