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Nilwood, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Nilwood is a small town in Illinois with a population of 140. Residents earn $46,563 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
140 Population 298/sq mi density
$46,563 Median Income $23,041 per capita
$44,400 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,563 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$44,400 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,563
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $44,400
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population140
Median Age52.0 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,563
Per Capita$23,041
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$44,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units106
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity34.5%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.8%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation670 ft (204 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries9

Is Nilwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nilwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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. Nilwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nilwood is $46,563, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nilwood is $44,400, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Nilwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nilwood has a population of 140 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 52.0 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

140
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
52.0yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Nilwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Nilwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nilwood is $46,563, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Nilwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,563
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,041
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare78
Retail116
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Nilwood is $44,400, 84% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$44,400
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate8.62%
In Nilwood, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Nilwood vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits68.0%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
Nilwood has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation670 ft (204 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates39.3995°N, 89.8077°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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