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Phillipstown, IL

Illinois

Phillipstown is a small town in Illinois with a population of 46.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
46 Population 170/sq mi density
$142,200 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $142,200
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 53.3%
330% higher than US avg

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

People

Population46
Median Age27.0 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female80% / 20%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans38.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$19,980
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty53.3%
County GDP$724M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$142,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units21
Rent Burden25.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation489 ft (149 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+68.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute30 min
Broadband17.0%
Libraries4

Is Phillipstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Phillipstown receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Phillipstown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 53.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Phillipstown is $142,200, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Phillipstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°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 48.3 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Phillipstown has a population of 46 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 27.0 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 6.5% Black.

Population

46
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
27.0yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 80.4%
Female 19.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Phillipstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Phillipstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Phillipstown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 53.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Phillipstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$19,980
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$67,013

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate53.3%
330% above US avg
Establishments (County)343
County GDP$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare38
Retail53
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,617
3% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Phillipstown is $142,200, 50% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$142,200
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units21
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,617
3% above US avg
Effective Rate2.54%
Phillipstown has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation489 ft (149 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates38.1429°N, 88.0181°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17193
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.4-point margin. 17.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.7%

Winner: Republican by 59.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+68.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density170/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access17.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants25
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.7%

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