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Ridott, IL

Illinois

Ridott is a small town in Illinois with a population of 130. Residents earn $65,417 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
130 Population 1,625/sq mi density
$65,417 Median Income $33,041 per capita
$127,400 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 260 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
$65,417 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,400 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,417
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.9%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population130
Median Age59.7 yrs
Density1,625/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,417
Per Capita$33,041
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$2,485M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking13.8%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation767 ft (234 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.9%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Broadband65.0%
Libraries3

Is Ridott a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridott is $65,417, 13% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ridott is $127,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x 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%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 37.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ridott has a population of 130 with a density of 1,625 people per square mile. The median age is 59.7 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

130
Total Population
1,625
People / sq mi
59.7yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ridott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridott is $65,417, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ridott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,417
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,041
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$63,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,019
County GDP$2,485M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare99
Retail137
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,642
61% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridott is $127,400, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,400
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.4%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,642
61% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In Ridott, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep34.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,096
Dentists1:1,983
Mental Health1:435
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death9,373/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities99
Ridott has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.4°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall37.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation767 ft (234 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,625/sq mi
Coordinates42.2968°N, 89.4771°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 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 19.4-point margin. 65.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.9%
47% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,625/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants91
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone57.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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