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Olmsted, IL

Illinois

Olmsted is a small town in Illinois with a population of 257. Residents earn $34,375 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
257 Population 76/sq mi density
$34,375 Median Income $21,068 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$34,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,375
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.7%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population257
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density76/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans14.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$34,375
Per Capita$21,068
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$223M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units132
Rent Burden23.8%

Health

Obesity44.1%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking21.5%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation393 ft (120 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.7%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute32 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1

Is Olmsted a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Olmsted receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Olmsted offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Olmsted is $34,375, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Olmsted is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Olmsted enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Olmsted has a population of 257 with a density of 76 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 19.1% Black.

Population

257
Total Population
76
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Olmsted vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Olmsted vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Olmsted is $34,375, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Olmsted vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,375
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,068
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$51,047

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)105
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Olmsted is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%
Housing Units132
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.61%
In Olmsted, 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.5% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.1%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.6%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.5%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep40.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death12,463/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Olmsted has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation393 ft (120 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.7 km²)
Population Density76/sq mi
Coordinates37.1824°N, 89.0840°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.7%
83% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density76/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.4%

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