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Old Mill Creek, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Old Mill Creek is a small town in Illinois with a population of 131. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
131 Population 12/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $54,485 per capita
$525,000 Home Value
$1,596 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 2.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$525,000 home value, $1,596/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
72.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $525,000
86% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 72.2%
114% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,596
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.8%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

How Old Mill Creek Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population131
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density12/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$54,485
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$10,428M
Commute22 min

Housing

C+
Home Value$525,000
Rent$1,596
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units68
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity31.8%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking10.5%
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.3 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation714 ft (218 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+72.2%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+24.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute22 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries7

Is Old Mill Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Mill Creek receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Old Mill Creek offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Mill Creek is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Mill Creek is $525,000, making it a premium housing market at 86% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,596 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. With a home price-to-income ratio of 7.3x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Old Mill Creek is a highly educated community — 72.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Mill Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Old Mill Creek has a population of 131 with a density of 12 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

131
Total Population
12
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Mill Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only82.6%
5% above US avg
Spanish17.4%
30% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Mill Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Mill Creek is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Old Mill Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$54,485
Avg Weekly Wage$1,123
IRS Avg AGI$74,990

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,341
County GDP$10,428M

Business (County)

Restaurants399
Healthcare437
Retail486
Manufacturing180

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,451
84% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Mill Creek is $525,000, 86% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,596 (37% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$525,000
86% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,596
37% above US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied40.0%
Housing Units68
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,451
84% above US avg
Effective Rate1.23%
In Old Mill Creek, 31.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 10.5% are current smokers. 21.0% report depression. 15.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Old Mill Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.8%
1% below US avg
Diabetes7.9%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma9.6%
COPD4.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.5%
25% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity15.8%
Depression21.0%
Mental Distress15.6%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep32.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,033
Dentists1:1,422
Mental Health1:566
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death7,666/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access95.1%
Healthcare Facilities437
Old Mill Creek has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.3 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall35.3 inches
7% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation714 ft (218 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.6 km²)
Population Density12/sq mi
Coordinates42.4331°N, 87.9822°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55059
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 72.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (114% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.3-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.5%
D 46.2%

Winner: Republican by 6.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+72.2%
114% above US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+24.2%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density12/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities437
Restaurants399
Retail Stores486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone60.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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