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Rankin, IL

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Rankin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 560. Residents earn $47,125 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
560 Population 966/sq mi density
$47,125 Median Income $22,305 per capita
$57,700 Home Value $94,889 Zillow
$718 Median Rent 41.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$47,125 median income, 14.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,700 home value, $718/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,125
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,700
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 14.9%
314% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.3%
265% higher than US avg

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

People

Population560
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density966/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$47,125
Per Capita$22,305
Unemployment14.9%
Poverty45.3%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,700
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$94,889
Housing Units236
Rent Burden41.7%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured9.1%
Smoking17.5%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation720 ft (219 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute29 min
Broadband94.6%
Libraries9

Is Rankin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rankin receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rankin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rankin is $47,125, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 14.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rankin is $57,700, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Rankin 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 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rankin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rankin has a population of 560 with a density of 966 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

560
Total Population
966
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52%
Female 48%

Race & Ethnicity

Rankin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rankin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rankin is $47,125, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 14.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Rankin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,125
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,305
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment14.9%
314% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.3%
265% above US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Rankin is $57,700, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $94,889.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,700
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$94,889

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio89.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg
Rent Burden41.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.0%
Housing Units236
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate7.90%
In Rankin, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Uninsured9.1%
6% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,353
Dentists1:2,941
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits61.1%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Rankin has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Rankin 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 Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Rankin has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation720 ft (219 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density966/sq mi
Coordinates40.4644°N, 87.8959°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 94.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density966/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone75.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.5%

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