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Pearl, IL

Illinois

Pearl is a small town in Illinois with a population of 101. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
101 Population 67/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $24,875 per capita
$54,200 Home Value $121,020 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,200 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,200
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.3%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population101
Median Age56.7 yrs
Density67/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$24,875
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$208M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,020
Housing Units63
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking19.4%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation599 ft (183 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.3%
High School+73.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Broadband34.0%
Libraries2

Is Pearl a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pearl is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% 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 Pearl is $54,200, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Pearl experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pearl has a population of 101 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 56.7 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

101
Total Population
67
People / sq mi
56.7yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Pearl vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pearl vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pearl is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Pearl vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,875
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone63.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Pearl is $54,200, 81% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,020.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,200
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$121,020

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.1%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate6.18%
In Pearl, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 26.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death9,555/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access8.9%
Healthcare Facilities3
Pearl has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation599 ft (183 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density67/sq mi
Coordinates39.4627°N, 90.6197°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 34.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.3%
96% below US avg
High School+73.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density67/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access34.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone63.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home33.3%

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