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Radom, IL

Illinois

Radom is a small town in Illinois with a population of 129. Residents earn $53,958 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
129 Population 123/sq mi density
$53,958 Median Income $32,689 per capita
$85,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,958 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,000 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,958
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population129
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density123/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans18.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,958
Per Capita$32,689
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units73
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking14.7%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation531 ft (162 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute28 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries2

Is Radom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Radom receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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. Radom offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Radom is $53,958, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Radom is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Radom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Radom has a population of 129 with a density of 123 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

129
Total Population
123
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Radom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Radom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Radom is $53,958, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Radom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,958
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,689
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone98.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Radom is $85,000, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units73
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate5.84%
In Radom, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:6,827
Dentists1:3,411
Mental Health1:645
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.9%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Radom has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation531 ft (162 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density123/sq mi
Coordinates38.2798°N, 89.1921°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density123/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone98.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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