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Richview, IL

Illinois

Richview is a small town in Illinois with a population of 242. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
242 Population 210/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $30,126 per capita
$93,300 Home Value $126,944 Zillow
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,300 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population242
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density210/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$30,126
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,944
Housing Units100
Rent Burden23.3%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking14.2%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation538 ft (164 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+88.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Richview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Richview receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Richview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Richview is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. 9.9% 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 Richview is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Richview 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.

Richview has a population of 242 with a density of 210 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

242
Total Population
210
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.2%
Female 43.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Richview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Richview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Richview is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Richview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,126
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% 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 Rate5.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.9 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Richview is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,944.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,944

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied99.0%
Housing Units100
Median Year Built1991

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate5.32%
In Richview, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Primary Care1:6,827
Dentists1:3,411
Mental Health1:645
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits60.1%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Richview 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

Elevation538 ft (164 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density210/sq mi
Coordinates38.3759°N, 89.1803°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 100.0% 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+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+88.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density210/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.9 min
Drive Alone71.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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