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Raleigh, IL

Illinois

Raleigh is a small town in Illinois with a population of 238. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
238 Population 120/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $25,907 per capita
$70,600 Home Value $142,243 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,600 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,600
75% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population238
Median Age53.5 yrs
Density120/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$25,907
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,123M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,600
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,243
Housing Units152
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property865/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary288/100K

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured6.1%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation400 ft (122 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute22 min
Broadband76.7%
Libraries4

Is Raleigh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Raleigh receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Raleigh offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Raleigh is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Raleigh is $70,600, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 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.

Safety & Crime

Raleigh is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 865 per 100,000, 56% below the national average.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Raleigh enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°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 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Raleigh has a population of 238 with a density of 120 people per square mile. The median age is 53.5 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

238
Total Population
120
People / sq mi
53.5yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Raleigh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Raleigh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Raleigh is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Raleigh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,907
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$59,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)503
County GDP$1,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare73
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone97.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Raleigh is $70,600, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,243.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,600
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,243

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.1%
Housing Units152
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Effective Rate6.85%
In Raleigh, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.1% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured6.1%
29% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits65.9%
Premature Death11,841/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities73
Raleigh has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 865 per 100,000 (56% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Raleigh vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property864.6/100K
56% below US avg
Burglary288.2/100K
Theft576.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Raleigh has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density120/sq mi
Coordinates37.8244°N, 88.5312°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49-point margin. 76.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density120/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants46
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone97.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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