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New Minden, IL

Illinois

New Minden is a small town in Illinois with a population of 227. Residents earn $83,750 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
227 Population 811/sq mi density
$83,750 Median Income $34,248 per capita
$107,100 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$83,750 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,100 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,750
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $107,100
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.3%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density811/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,750
Per Capita$34,248
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,100
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units101
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking13.9%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.3%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is New Minden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Minden receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. New Minden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Minden is $83,750, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Minden is $107,100, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Minden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Minden has a population of 227 with a density of 811 people per square mile. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

227
Total Population
811
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

New Minden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Minden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Minden is $83,750, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: New Minden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,750
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,248
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Minden is $107,100, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,100
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.3%
Housing Units101
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In New Minden, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 13.9% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.9%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
New Minden has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density811/sq mi
Coordinates38.4380°N, 89.3704°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.3%
58% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density811/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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