Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Posen is a small city in Illinois with a population of 5,331. Residents earn $71,994 per year, which is 4% below the national average.
Based on current data, Posen receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Posen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Posen is $71,994, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
The median home value in Posen is $172,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,478 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Posen is below the national average at 182 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,269 per 100,000, near the national average.
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Posen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 42.3% |
| 46% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 57.7% |
| 331% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $71,994 |
| 4% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,190 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,672 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $100,597 |
| Unemployment | 4.0% |
| 11% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 137,804 |
| County GDP | $546,441M |
| Restaurants | 12,631 |
| Healthcare | 16,051 |
| Retail | 13,648 |
| Manufacturing | 4,404 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,421 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.03% |
| Commute Time | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |
| Census Median | $172,800 |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $185,842 |
| Median List Price | $234,500 |
| Median List Price | $234,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $144 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 103.8% |
| Price Drops | 10.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,478 |
| 27% above US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,421 |
| 198% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 6.03% |
| Obesity | 34.1% |
| 6% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 5.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 19.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.5% |
| Depression | 18.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.9% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,536/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16,051 |
| Total Violent | 182.2/100K |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Murder | 16.6/100K |
| 163% above US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 33.1/100K |
| Assault | 132.5/100K |
| Total Property | 2,269.3/100K |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 811.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,242.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 215.3/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 365 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.9 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 38.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 602 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,556/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6291°N, 87.6858°W |
| County FIPS | 17031 |
Winner: Democrat by 42 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 12.8% |
| 62% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,556/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.2 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 188 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16,051 |
| Restaurants | 12,631 |
| Retail Stores | 13,648 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 365 |
| Avg Commute | 29.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.1% |