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Reddick, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Reddick is a small town in Illinois with a population of 184. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 767/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $29,418 per capita
$150,000 Home Value $244,614 Zillow
$1,075 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$150,000 home value, $1,075/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $150,000
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,075
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density767/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$29,418
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$150,000
Rent$1,075
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,614
Housing Units76
Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking14.9%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+4.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries3

Is Reddick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reddick receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Reddick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reddick is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reddick is $150,000, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,075 per month. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Reddick experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Reddick has a population of 184 with a density of 767 people per square mile. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

184
Total Population
767
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.4%
Female 38.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Reddick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Reddick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reddick is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Reddick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,418
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Reddick is $150,000, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,075 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,614.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$150,000
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,614

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,075
8% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.1%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate4.41%
In Reddick, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,117
Dentists1:2,792
Mental Health1:530
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Reddick has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density767/sq mi
Coordinates41.0984°N, 88.2485°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+4.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density767/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home3.0%

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