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Pesotum, IL

Illinois

Pesotum is a small town in Illinois with a population of 538. Residents earn $76,875 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
538 Population 944/sq mi density
$76,875 Median Income $39,300 per capita
$160,800 Home Value $202,236 Zillow
$1,500 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$76,875 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,800 home value, $1,500/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,875
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,800
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.7%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,500
29% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.3%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density944/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,875
Per Capita$39,300
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,800
Rent$1,500
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$202,236
Housing Units241
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity31.3%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.0%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation710 ft (216 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.7%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries4

Is Pesotum a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pesotum receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Pesotum stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pesotum is $76,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pesotum is $160,800, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,500 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Pesotum experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pesotum has a population of 538 with a density of 944 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

538
Total Population
944
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pesotum vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pesotum vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pesotum is $76,875, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pesotum vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,875
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,300
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$76,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Pesotum is $160,800, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,500 (29% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $202,236.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,800
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$202,236

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,500
29% above US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%
Housing Units241
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Rate2.73%
In Pesotum, 31.3% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 17.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.3%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity17.4%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.8%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.5%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Pesotum has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density944/sq mi
Coordinates39.9112°N, 88.2769°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.7%
27% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density944/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone81.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.7%

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