Median Income
$77,212
3% higher than US avg
Home Value
$130,400
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.8%
21% lower than US avg
How Odell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population866
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density802/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.3%
Economy
A
Median Income$77,212
Per Capita$32,719
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$130,400
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,738
Rent Burden23.3%
Health
Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Elevation714 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute25 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries3
Is Odell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Odell receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Odell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Odell is $77,212, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Odell is $130,400, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Odell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 26.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Odell has a population of 866 with a density of 802 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 2.1% Hispanic.
Population
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Odell is $77,212, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $77,212 |
| 3% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,719 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,344 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,890 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.5% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% |
| 21% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,204 |
| County GDP | $6,044M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 130 |
| Healthcare | 145 |
| Retail | 162 |
| Manufacturing | 43 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,618 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.08% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.5 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.1% |
The median home value in Odell is $130,400, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,738.
Home Values
| Census Median | $130,400 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,738 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $993 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,618 |
| 89% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.08% |
In Odell, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Odell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.4% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.4% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.6% |
| Depression | 24.5% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 7,576/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 145 |
Crime Rates: Odell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
Safety Score
Odell has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
24°F Jan (-5°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.4 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 714 ft (218 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 802/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0023°N, 88.5235°W |
| County FIPS | 17063 |