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Old Ripley, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Old Ripley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 87. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
87 Population 580/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $23,118 per capita
$68,000 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 32.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 32.3%
797% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population87
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density580/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans65.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$23,118
Unemployment32.3%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$781M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units33
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation557 ft (170 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute39 min
Broadband35.0%
Libraries1

Is Old Ripley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Old Ripley receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Old Ripley has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Old Ripley is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 32.3%, unemployment is notably high. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Old Ripley is $68,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Old Ripley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Old Ripley has a population of 87 with a density of 580 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

87
Total Population
580
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Old Ripley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Old Ripley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Old Ripley is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 32.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Old Ripley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,118
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment32.3%
797% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.7 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Old Ripley is $68,000, 76% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.4%
Housing Units33
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate7.39%
In Old Ripley, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep36.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.4%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Old Ripley has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation557 ft (170 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density580/sq mi
Coordinates38.8927°N, 89.5721°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density580/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access35.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.7 min
Drive Alone76.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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