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Ophiem, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Ophiem is a small town in Illinois with a population of 149. Residents earn $65,948 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
149 Population 126/sq mi density
$65,948 Median Income $23,629 per capita
$95,200 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$65,948 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,200 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,948
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density126/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$65,948
Per Capita$23,629
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$2,048M
Commute41 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.1%
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute41 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries9

Is Ophiem a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ophiem receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Ophiem offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ophiem is $65,948, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ophiem is $95,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ophiem experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ophiem has a population of 149 with a density of 126 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.5%).

Population

149
Total Population
126
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ophiem vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ophiem vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ophiem is $65,948, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Ophiem vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,948
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,629
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$74,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,020
County GDP$2,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants100
Healthcare90
Retail148
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time40.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ophiem is $95,200, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,200
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,739
64% above US avg
Effective Rate6.03%
In Ophiem, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 21.4% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.6%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking23.0%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression21.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,446
Dentists1:2,848
Mental Health1:1,863
Checkup Rate69.8%
Dental Visits55.8%
Premature Death7,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.2%
Healthcare Facilities90
Ophiem has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density126/sq mi
Coordinates41.2538°N, 90.3827°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17073
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.5-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 36.8%

Winner: Republican by 24.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density126/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities90
Restaurants100
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute40.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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