Home Value $126,600

55% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104

Median Age20.6 yrs

Density359/mi²

Male / Female62% / 39%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans88.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$25,704

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$824M

Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$126,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units31

Rent Burden25.1%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured7.1%

Smoking15.0%

Depression25.7%

Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Sunny Days282/yr

Elevation734 ft (224 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%

Commute31 min

Broadband24.0%

Libraries8

Is Paloma a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paloma receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Paloma 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paloma is $126,600, 55% 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%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Paloma experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Paloma has a population of 104 with a density of 359 people per square mile. The median age is 20.6 years, 47% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

104

Total Population

359

People / sq mi

20.6yrs

Median Age

47% below US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.5%

Female 38.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Paloma 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

Paloma vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paloma is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Paloma vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$25,704
Avg Weekly Wage	$881
IRS Avg AGI	$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	412
County GDP	$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants	37
Healthcare	25
Retail	63
Manufacturing	19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,612
	3% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.5 min
Drive Alone	39.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Paloma is $126,600, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$126,600
	55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$141
Homes Sold	1
Sale-to-List Ratio	100.0%
Price Drops	0.0%
Inventory	1

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	25.1%

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	31
Median Year Built	1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,612
	3% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.85%

In Paloma, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.4%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	6.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.0%
	7% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.5%
Physical Inactivity	22.1%
Depression	25.7%
Mental Distress	19.5%
Physical Distress	12.6%
Short Sleep	37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	7.1%
	17% below US avg
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	65.9%
Premature Death	7,758/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	55.6%
Healthcare Facilities	25

Paloma has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.0°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	734 ft (224 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density	359/sq mi
Coordinates	40.0237°N, 91.1986°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17067

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 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 50-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%

D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	359/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	24.0%
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	25
Restaurants	37
Retail Stores	63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.5 min
Drive Alone	39.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Paloma, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Paloma a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Paloma vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Paloma vs U.S. Average

Income: Paloma 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: Paloma 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

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Commute & Transportation

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