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Palmyra, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Palmyra is a small town in Illinois with a population of 524. Residents earn $46,477 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
524 Population 524/sq mi density
$46,477 Median Income $28,322 per capita
$86,400 Home Value $142,395 Zillow
$670 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,477 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,400 home value, $670/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,477
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $670
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population524
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density524/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,477
Per Capita$28,322
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute43 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,400
Rent$670
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,395
Housing Units334
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.9%
Smoking17.9%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation678 ft (207 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute43 min
Broadband75.9%
Libraries9

Is Palmyra a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Palmyra receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Palmyra offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Palmyra is $46,477, 38% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Palmyra is $86,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Palmyra experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Palmyra has a population of 524 with a density of 524 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%).

Population

524
Total Population
524
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Palmyra vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Palmyra is $46,477, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Palmyra vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,477
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,322
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare78
Retail116
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Palmyra is $86,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $670 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,395.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,395

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$670
42% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.2%
Housing Units334
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Palmyra, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.9% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Uninsured8.9%
3% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits59.2%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
Palmyra has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation678 ft (207 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density524/sq mi
Coordinates39.4345°N, 89.9959°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density524/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.5 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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