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Perry, IL

Illinois

Perry is a small town in Illinois with a population of 254. Residents earn $50,625 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
254 Population 651/sq mi density
$50,625 Median Income $38,003 per capita
$81,700 Home Value
$475 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value, $475/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,625
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density651/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,625
Per Capita$38,003
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$624M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units181
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking19.8%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation588 ft (179 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+95.1%
Graduate+10.1%
School Score5.13

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries1

Is Perry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perry receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Perry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perry is $50,625, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% 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 Perry is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Perry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Perry has a population of 254 with a density of 651 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%).

Population

254
Total Population
651
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Perry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perry is $50,625, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Perry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,625
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,003
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$64,643

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)132
County GDP$624M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare7
Retail14
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,033
15% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Perry is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$632
1 Bedroom$698
2 Bedrooms$916
3 Bedrooms$1,148
4 Bedrooms$1,537

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.0%
Housing Units181
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,033
15% above US avg
Effective Rate4.94%
In Perry, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 27.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity27.5%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:6,421
Mental Health1:300
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits59.9%
Premature Death5,303/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities7
Perry has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation588 ft (179 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density651/sq mi
Coordinates39.7822°N, 90.7473°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.9-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.9%
D 19%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+95.1%
Graduate Degree+10.1%
School Test Score5.13
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density651/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants10
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone79.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Nearby Cities

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