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Ridge Farm, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Ridge Farm is a small town in Illinois with a population of 887. Residents earn $50,833 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
887 Population 290/sq mi density
$50,833 Median Income $25,362 per capita
$73,000 Home Value $96,906 Zillow
$695 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
116 Violent Crime/100K 814 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$50,833 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,000 home value, $695/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
116 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,833
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,000
74% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 116/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $695
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population887
Median Age44.9 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$50,833
Per Capita$25,362
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$1,134M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,000
Rent$695
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$96,906
Housing Units397
Rent Burden27.8%

Crime

F
Violent116/100K
Property814/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault116/100K
Burglary233/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation706 ft (215 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+94.0%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Broadband89.6%
Libraries2

Is Ridge Farm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridge Farm receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Ridge Farm has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridge Farm is $50,833, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ridge Farm is $73,000, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $695 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

Ridge Farm is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 814 per 100,000, 58% below the national average.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridge Farm experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ridge Farm has a population of 887 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 44.9 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

887
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
44.9yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridge Farm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ridge Farm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridge Farm is $50,833, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ridge Farm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,833
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,362
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$1,134M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare24
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.3 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridge Farm is $73,000, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $695 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $96,906.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,000
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$96,906
Median List Price$87,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$87,500
$/Sq Ft$0
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$695
40% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.1%
Housing Units397
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.77%
In Ridge Farm, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ridge Farm vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep35.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death10,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities24
Ridge Farm has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 814 per 100,000 (58% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent116.3/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault116.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property814.0/100K
58% below US avg
Burglary232.6/100K
Theft581.4/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Ridge Farm has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation706 ft (215 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates39.8957°N, 87.6520°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS18165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 89.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+94.0%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants28
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.3 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.3%

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