Home Value $110,400

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 36.6%

14% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.5%

41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population63

Median Age63.6 yrs

Density332/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans63.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$29,635

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty17.5%

County GDP$2,048M

Commute45 min

Housing

Home Value$110,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units37

Rent Burden25.4%

Health

Obesity36.6%

Uninsured7.0%

Smoking13.4%

Depression24.4%

Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain39.1 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation770 ft (235 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+81.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%

Commute45 min

Broadband21.0%

Libraries9

Is Osco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Osco receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Osco stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Osco is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Osco experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Osco has a population of 63 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 63.6 years, 63% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

332

People / sq mi

63.6yrs

Median Age

63% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%

Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Osco 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

Osco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Osco is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Osco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$29,635
Avg Weekly Wage	$980
IRS Avg AGI	$74,616

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.5%
	41% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,020
County GDP	$2,048M

Business (County)

Restaurants	100
Healthcare	90
Retail	148
Manufacturing	46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$5,739
	64% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	45.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Osco is $110,400, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$110,400
	61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	37
Median Year Built	1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$5,739
	64% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.20%

In Osco, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	36.6%
	14% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	4.4%
High Blood Pressure	28.5%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	5.6%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	13.4%
	4% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.9%
Physical Inactivity	21.9%
Depression	24.4%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.1%
Short Sleep	36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.6%
Uninsured	7.0%
	19% below US avg
Primary Care	1:4,446
Dentists	1:2,848
Mental Health	1:1,863
Checkup Rate	75.7%
Dental Visits	66.9%
Premature Death	7,545/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.1/10
Exercise Access	78.2%
Healthcare Facilities	90

Osco has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	50.9°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.1 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	28.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	770 ft (235 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density	332/sq mi
Coordinates	41.3466°N, 90.2828°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Henry County County
County FIPS	17073

Osco is located in Henry County County. It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.5-point margin. 21.0% 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+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	81.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	332/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi
County	Henry County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	21.0%
Public Libraries	9
Healthcare Facilities	90
Restaurants	100
Retail Stores	148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	45.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Osco, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Osco a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Osco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Osco vs U.S. Average

Income: Osco 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: Osco 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

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