Odell, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Odell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 866. Residents earn $77,212 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
866 Population 802/sq mi density
$77,212 Median Income $32,719 per capita
$130,400 Home Value $171,738 Zillow
$993 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,212 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,400 home value, $993/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
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%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

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

866
Total Population
802
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Odell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Odell vs U.S. Average

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: Odell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

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 Value Sources

Ownership Split

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 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-Occupied79.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate5.08%
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

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145

Crime Rates: Odell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall26.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation714 ft (218 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density802/sq mi
Coordinates41.0023°N, 88.5235°W
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density802/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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