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Pocahontas, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Pocahontas is a small town in Illinois with a population of 794. Residents earn $48,250 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
794 Population 1,018/sq mi density
$48,250 Median Income $25,269 per capita
$91,200 Home Value $87,186 Zillow
$750 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$48,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,200 home value, $750/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,250
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,200
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $750
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population794
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density1,018/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,250
Per Capita$25,269
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$781M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,200
Rent$750
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,186
Housing Units316
Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation542 ft (165 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+83.3%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries1

Is Pocahontas a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pocahontas receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pocahontas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pocahontas is $48,250, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pocahontas is $91,200, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $750 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Pocahontas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pocahontas has a population of 794 with a density of 1,018 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

794
Total Population
1,018
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Pocahontas vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pocahontas vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pocahontas is $48,250, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Pocahontas vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,250
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,269
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Pocahontas is $91,200, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $750 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,186.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,200
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$87,186

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$750
36% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.5%
Housing Units316
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate5.51%
In Pocahontas, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,844
Dentists1:5,522
Mental Health1:567
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Pocahontas has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation542 ft (165 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Coordinates38.8244°N, 89.5388°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+83.3%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,018/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home17.8%

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