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North City, IL

Illinois

North City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 708. Residents earn $50,469 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
708 Population 326/sq mi density
$50,469 Median Income $34,373 per capita
$107,400 Home Value
$1,106 Median Rent 32.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$50,469 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,400 home value, $1,106/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,469
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,106
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population708
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density326/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans11.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,469
Per Capita$34,373
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,400
Rent$1,106
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units341
Rent Burden32.8%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking16.8%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation458 ft (140 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute22 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries3

Is North City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North City is $50,469, 33% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North City is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,106 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

North City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

North City has a population of 708 with a density of 326 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

708
Total Population
326
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

North City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North City is $50,469, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: North City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,469
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,373
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

Walkability

The median home value in North City is $107,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,106 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,106
5% below US avg
Rent Burden32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.6%
Housing Units341
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate6.23%
In North City, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:618
Dentists1:1,096
Mental Health1:212
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
North City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation458 ft (140 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density326/sq mi
Coordinates37.9912°N, 89.0639°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density326/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone69.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.1%

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