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Reynolds, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Reynolds is a small town in Illinois with a population of 600. Residents earn $87,500 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
600 Population 1,622/sq mi density
$87,500 Median Income $43,711 per capita
$151,600 Home Value $197,381 Zillow
$870 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$87,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,600 home value, $870/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $87,500
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $151,600
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $870
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population600
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density1,622/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$87,500
Per Capita$43,711
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$590M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,600
Rent$870
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,381
Housing Units259
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking12.2%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation801 ft (244 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+97.6%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries4

Is Reynolds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reynolds receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Reynolds stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reynolds is $87,500, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reynolds is $151,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $870 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Reynolds experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Reynolds has a population of 600 with a density of 1,622 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%).

Population

600
Total Population
1,622
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Reynolds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reynolds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reynolds is $87,500, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Reynolds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$87,500
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$43,711
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Reynolds is $151,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $870 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,381.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,600
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,381
Median List Price$180,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$180,000
$/Sq Ft$80
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$870
25% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.5%
Housing Units259
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate3.25%
In Reynolds, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 17.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.7%
Physical Inactivity17.2%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:7,791
Dentists1:5,168
Mental Health1:3,872
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Reynolds has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,622/sq mi
Coordinates41.3318°N, 90.6722°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+97.6%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,622/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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