Okawville, IL

Illinois

Okawville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,312. Residents earn $84,881 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,312 Population 646/sq mi density
$84,881 Median Income $40,150 per capita
$161,400 Home Value $162,397 Zillow
$736 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
498 Violent Crime/100K 925 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$84,881 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,400 home value, $736/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
498 violent crimes/100K (31% above avg)
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,881
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $161,400
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 498/100K
31% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.1%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,312
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density646/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,881
Per Capita$40,150
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,400
Rent$736
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$162,397

Crime

F
Violent498/100K
Property925/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault427/100K
Burglary356/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation431 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.1%
High School+89.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Okawville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okawville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates. Okawville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Okawville is $84,881, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Okawville is $161,400, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 498 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 925 per 100,000, 53% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Okawville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Okawville has a population of 1,312 with a density of 646 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

1,312
Total Population
646
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Okawville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Okawville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okawville is $84,881, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Okawville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,881
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Okawville is $161,400, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $162,397.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,400
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$162,397

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Okawville, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Okawville has a violent crime rate of 498 per 100,000 residents, 31% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 925 per 100,000 (53% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent498.2/100K
31% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery71.2/100K
Assault427.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property925.3/100K
53% below US avg
Burglary355.9/100K
Theft498.2/100K
Vehicle Theft71.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Okawville 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation431 ft (131 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density646/sq mi
Coordinates38.4344°N, 89.5480°W
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 33.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.1%
2% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density646/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Work from Home7.3%

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