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Oakdale, IL

Illinois

Oakdale is a small town in Illinois with a population of 283. Residents earn $95,000 per year, which is 26% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 179/sq mi density
$95,000 Median Income $31,964 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $178,222 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$95,000 median income, 10.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $95,000
26% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.6%
194% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density179/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$95,000
Per Capita$31,964
Unemployment10.6%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute48 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,222
Housing Units111
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.5%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation519 ft (158 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute48 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Oakdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakdale receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Oakdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakdale is $95,000, 26% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. At 10.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oakdale is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Oakdale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oakdale has a population of 283 with a density of 179 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

283
Total Population
179
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oakdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakdale is $95,000, which is 26% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Oakdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$95,000
26% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,964
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.6%
194% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.1 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Oakdale is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,222.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,222

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.0%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate5.22%
In Oakdale, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits67.3%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Oakdale has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation519 ft (158 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density179/sq mi
Coordinates38.2648°N, 89.5035°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density179/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.1 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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