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Noble, IL

Illinois

Noble is a small town in Illinois with a population of 630. Residents earn $43,977 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
630 Population 618/sq mi density
$43,977 Median Income $22,803 per capita
$54,400 Home Value $138,110 Zillow
$513 Median Rent 23.1% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,977 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,400 home value, $513/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,977
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,400
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $513
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population630
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density618/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,977
Per Capita$22,803
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$834M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,400
Rent$513
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,110
Housing Units328
Rent Burden23.1%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation482 ft (147 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute20 min
Broadband76.2%
Libraries1

Is Noble a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Noble 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. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Noble offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Noble is $43,977, 41% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Noble is $54,400, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $513 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Noble experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°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 48.8 inches, including 10.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Noble has a population of 630 with a density of 618 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 2.9% Hispanic.

Population

630
Total Population
618
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.2%
Female 49.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Noble vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Noble vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Noble is $43,977, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Noble vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,977
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,803
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$63,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare56
Retail60
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Noble is $54,400, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $513 (56% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,400
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$513
56% below US avg
Rent Burden23.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.1%
Housing Units328
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Effective Rate8.92%
In Noble, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.6%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,755
Dentists1:3,859
Mental Health1:191
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death10,994/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities56
Noble has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall10.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation482 ft (147 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density618/sq mi
Coordinates38.6981°N, 88.2188°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.5-point margin. 76.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 53.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density618/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone75.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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