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Patoka, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Patoka is a small town in Illinois with a population of 544. Residents earn $62,344 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
544 Population 486/sq mi density
$62,344 Median Income $30,774 per capita
$77,500 Home Value $127,666 Zillow
$811 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
54°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
3.8 / 5.0
$62,344 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $811/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,344
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $811
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population544
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density486/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,344
Per Capita$30,774
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$781M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$811
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,666
Housing Units278
Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property527/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary176/100K

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation506 ft (154 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.9%
Libraries1

Is Patoka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Patoka receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Patoka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patoka is $62,344, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patoka is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $811 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Patoka is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 527 per 100,000, 73% below the national average.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Patoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Patoka has a population of 544 with a density of 486 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

544
Total Population
486
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Patoka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Patoka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patoka is $62,344, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Patoka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,344
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,774
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Patoka is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $811 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,666.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,666

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$811
30% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate6.48%
In Patoka, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Patoka has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 527 per 100,000 (73% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Patoka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property527.2/100K
73% below US avg
Burglary175.8/100K
Theft351.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Patoka has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation506 ft (154 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density486/sq mi
Coordinates38.7541°N, 89.0958°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density486/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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