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Plattville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Plattville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 200. Residents earn $140,313 per year, which is 87% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
200 Population 89/sq mi density
$140,313 Median Income $49,020 per capita
$285,400 Home Value
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$140,313 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$285,400 home value
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $140,313
87% higher than US avg
Home Value $285,400
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.8%
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$140,313
Per Capita$49,020
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$5,408M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$285,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units67
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking11.9%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation602 ft (183 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.8%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute37 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries5

Is Plattville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plattville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Plattville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plattville is $140,313, which is significantly higher than the national average — 87% above $75,149. This places Plattville among higher-income communities. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plattville is $285,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Plattville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Plattville has a population of 200 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%).

Population

200
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Plattville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Plattville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plattville is $140,313, which is 87% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Plattville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$140,313
87% above US avg
Per Capita Income$49,020
Avg Weekly Wage$985
IRS Avg AGI$87,438

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,463
County GDP$5,408M

Business (County)

Restaurants235
Healthcare218
Retail253
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,287
137% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Plattville is $285,400, 1% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$285,400
1% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.8%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,287
137% above US avg
Effective Rate2.90%
In Plattville, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 11.9% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.9%
15% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits68.2%
Premature Death4,543/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access90.7%
Healthcare Facilities218
Plattville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation602 ft (183 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates41.5343°N, 88.3836°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17093
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 27.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.5-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.5%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.8%
18% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities218
Restaurants235
Retail Stores253

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone83.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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