Ogden, IL

Illinois

Ogden is a small town in Illinois with a population of 785. Residents earn $84,688 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
785 Population 1,331/sq mi density
$84,688 Median Income $36,959 per capita
$148,700 Home Value $214,423 Zillow
$1,114 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$84,688 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,700 home value, $1,114/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
21.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,688
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $148,700
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.9%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,114
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.2%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population785
Median Age38.4 yrs
Density1,331/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,688
Per Capita$36,959
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,700
Rent$1,114
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$214,423
Rent Burden19.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Elevation669 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.9%
High School+99.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute21 min
Broadband93.5%
Libraries10

Is Ogden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ogden receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Ogden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ogden is $84,688, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ogden is $148,700, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,114 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ogden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ogden has a population of 785 with a density of 1,331 people per square mile. The median age is 38.4 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%).

Population

785
Total Population
1,331
People / sq mi
38.4yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ogden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ogden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ogden is $84,688, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ogden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,688
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,959
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ogden is $148,700, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,114 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $214,423.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,700
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$214,423

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,114
4% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Ogden, 31.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 16.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.2%
3% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.1%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity16.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress10.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death12,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities150

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Ogden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation669 ft (204 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,331/sq mi
Coordinates40.1151°N, 87.9563°W
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 93.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.9%
35% below US avg
High School+99.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,331/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.5%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone84.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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