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Pulaski, IL

Illinois

Pulaski is a small town in Illinois with a population of 230. Residents earn $31,290 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
230 Population 176/sq mi density
$31,290 Median Income $24,124 per capita
$84,400 Home Value
$669 Median Rent 26.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$31,290 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $669/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,290
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.3%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $669
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.1%
50% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population230
Median Age55.2 yrs
Density176/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$31,290
Per Capita$24,124
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$223M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$669
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units142
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity48.1%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking20.0%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation337 ft (103 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.3%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+6.7%
School Score3.51

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Broadband26.6%
Libraries1

Is Pulaski a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pulaski 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pulaski offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pulaski is $31,290, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pulaski is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $669 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. School test scores average 3.5/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Pulaski enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pulaski has a population of 230 with a density of 176 people per square mile. The median age is 55.2 years, 42% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.1%), with 40.9% Black.

Population

230
Total Population
176
People / sq mi
55.2yrs
Median Age
42% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Pulaski vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pulaski vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pulaski is $31,290, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Pulaski vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,290
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,124
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$51,047

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)105
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pulaski is $84,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $669 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$669
42% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$632
1 Bedroom$836
2 Bedrooms$916
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,537

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.6%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.32%
In Pulaski, 48.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.0% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.1%
50% above US avg
Diabetes16.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure41.5%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.0%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke4.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.0%
43% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep44.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.4%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.7%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death12,463/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Pulaski has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation337 ft (103 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density176/sq mi
Coordinates37.2209°N, 89.2066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 26.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.3%
61% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+6.7%
School Test Score3.51
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density176/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access26.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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