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Plymouth, IL

Illinois

Plymouth is a small town in Illinois with a population of 512. Residents earn $39,750 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
512 Population 898/sq mi density
$39,750 Median Income $24,923 per capita
$55,500 Home Value $104,536 Zillow
$796 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$39,750 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,500 home value, $796/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,750
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,500
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $796
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.8%
84% higher than US avg

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

People

Population512
Median Age45.6 yrs
Density898/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$39,750
Per Capita$24,923
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty22.8%
County GDP$1,455M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,500
Rent$796
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$104,536
Housing Units252
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.5%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation644 ft (196 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+82.6%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute34 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries4

Is Plymouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plymouth receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Plymouth has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plymouth is $39,750, 47% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plymouth is $55,500, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $796 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Plymouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Plymouth has a population of 512 with a density of 898 people per square mile. The median age is 45.6 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

512
Total Population
898
People / sq mi
45.6yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plymouth is $39,750, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Plymouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,750
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,923
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$62,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.8%
84% above US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$1,455M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail95
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Plymouth is $55,500, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $796 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $104,536.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,500
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$104,536

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$796
32% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units252
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Effective Rate9.58%
In Plymouth, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,916
Dentists1:2,985
Mental Health1:447
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death7,860/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access83.0%
Healthcare Facilities66
Plymouth has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density898/sq mi
Coordinates40.2921°N, 90.9163°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+82.6%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density898/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone72.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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