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Nora, IL

Illinois · Stephenson County

Nora is a small town in Illinois with a population of 178. Residents earn $52,112 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
178 Population 214/sq mi density
$52,112 Median Income $28,609 per capita
$73,800 Home Value
$1,109 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$52,112 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,800 home value, $1,109/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,112
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.1%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,109
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population178
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density214/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,112
Per Capita$28,609
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$2,485M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
Rent$1,109
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units78
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.1%
High School+87.9%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries3

Is Nora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Nora 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. Nora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Nora is $52,112, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Nora is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,109 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Nora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Nora has a population of 178 with a density of 214 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

178
Total Population
214
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68%
Female 32%

Race & Ethnicity

Nora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Nora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Nora is $52,112, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Nora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,112
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,609
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$63,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,019
County GDP$2,485M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare99
Retail137
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,642
61% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Drive Alone40.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Nora is $73,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,109 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,109
5% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.0%
Housing Units78
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,642
61% above US avg
Effective Rate7.64%
In Nora, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,096
Dentists1:1,983
Mental Health1:435
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.3%
Premature Death9,373/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities99
Nora has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,007 ft (307 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density214/sq mi
Coordinates42.4565°N, 89.9459°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyStephenson County County
County FIPS17177
Nora is located in Stephenson County County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.4-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.1%
61% below US avg
High School+87.9%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density214/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi
CountyStephenson County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants91
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Drive Alone40.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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