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Oak Grove, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Oak Grove is a small town in Illinois with a population of 335. Residents earn $41,912 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
335 Population 508/sq mi density
$41,912 Median Income $34,086 per capita
$688 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$41,912 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$688/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,912
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.1%
54% higher than US avg

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

People

Population335
Median Age48.6 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,912
Per Capita$34,086
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty19.1%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units233
Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking12.8%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation680 ft (207 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute27 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries11

Is Oak Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Oak Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oak Grove is $41,912, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oak Grove has a population of 335 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 48.6 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.4%).

Population

335
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
48.6yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Grove is $41,912, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Oak Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,912
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,086
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$65,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.1%
54% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,880
County GDP$12,607M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare405
Retail411
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home15.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.8%
Housing Units233
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
In Oak Grove, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oak Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.5%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death8,429/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities405
Oak Grove has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation680 ft (207 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates41.4119°N, 90.5742°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.6-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities405
Restaurants375
Retail Stores411

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home15.0%

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