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Norris, IL

Illinois

Norris is a small town in Illinois with a population of 269. Residents earn $61,667 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
269 Population 961/sq mi density
$61,667 Median Income $30,413 per capita
$69,400 Home Value
$839 Median Rent 13.4% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$61,667 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,400 home value, $839/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,667
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,400
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $839
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population269
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density961/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$61,667
Per Capita$30,413
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,400
Rent$839
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units103
Rent Burden13.4%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation732 ft (223 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute13 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries8

Is Norris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norris receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Norris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norris is $61,667, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norris is $69,400, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $839 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Norris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 24.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Norris has a population of 269 with a density of 961 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

269
Total Population
961
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Norris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norris is $61,667, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Norris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,667
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,413
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.1 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Norris is $69,400, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $839 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,400
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$839
28% below US avg
Rent Burden13.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.72%
In Norris, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Norris has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.6 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall24.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation732 ft (223 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density961/sq mi
Coordinates40.6258°N, 90.0320°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density961/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.1 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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