Home Value $129,500

54% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 26.5%

21% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.6%

33% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 14.9%

20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156

Median Age37.5 yrs

Density103/mi²

Male / Female76% / 24%

Largest GroupWhite 74%

Veterans6.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$48,961

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty14.9%

County GDP$1,134M

Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$129,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units90

Rent Burden28.2%

Health

Obesity42.6%

Uninsured9.4%

Smoking17.2%

Depression23.9%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.4 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation671 ft (205 m)

Education

Bachelor's+26.5%

High School+88.0%

Graduate+8.6%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%

Commute29 min

Broadband76.0%

Libraries2

Is Olivet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olivet receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Olivet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olivet is $129,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Olivet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Olivet has a population of 156 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.7%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

156

Total Population

103

People / sq mi

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

1.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 76.3%

Female 23.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Olivet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Olivet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olivet is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Olivet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$48,961
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,124
IRS Avg AGI	$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	14.9%
	20% above US avg
Establishments (County)	294
County GDP	$1,134M

Business (County)

Restaurants	28
Healthcare	24
Retail	47
Manufacturing	13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,750
	21% below US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.7 min
Drive Alone	91.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Olivet is $129,500, 54% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$129,500
	54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.0%
Housing Units	90
Median Year Built	1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,750
	21% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.12%

In Olivet, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.6%
	33% above US avg
Diabetes	10.9%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	35.2%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.2%
	23% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.9%
Physical Inactivity	25.4%
Depression	23.9%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.8%
Short Sleep	35.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.4%
	9% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,705
Dentists	1:2,207
Mental Health	1:734
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	61.8%
Premature Death	10,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	55.6%
Healthcare Facilities	24

Olivet has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.5°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.4 inches
	6% above US avg
Snowfall	23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	671 ft (205 m)
Area	1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density	103/sq mi
Coordinates	39.9461°N, 87.6396°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	18165

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%

D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	26.5%
	21% below US avg
High School+	88.0%
Graduate Degree+	8.6%
School Test Score	5.34

B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	103/sq mi
Total Area	1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	76.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	24
Restaurants	28
Retail Stores	47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.7 min
Drive Alone	91.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Olivet, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Olivet a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Olivet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Olivet vs U.S. Average

Income: Olivet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities