Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 22.2%

79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population27

Median Age64.6 yrs

Density900/mi²

Male / Female19% / 82%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$8,274

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty22.2%

County GDP$208M

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.4 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation601 ft (183 m)

Education

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+77.3%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%

CommuteN/A

Broadband12.0%

Libraries2

Is Riggston a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Riggston receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Riggston stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Riggston experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Riggston has a population of 27 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 64.6 years, 66% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

900

People / sq mi

64.6yrs

Median Age

66% above US avg

0.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 18.5%

Female 81.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Riggston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Riggston vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Riggston is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Riggston vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$8,274
Avg Weekly Wage	$956
IRS Avg AGI	$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	22.2%
	79% above US avg
Establishments (County)	101
County GDP	$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants	9
Healthcare	3
Retail	9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,350
	4% below US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	100.0%

Walkability

Riggston has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°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

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)

Annual Average	52.9°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.4 inches
	6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	601 ft (183 m)
Area	0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density	900/sq mi
Coordinates	39.6946°N, 90.4233°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17171

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%

D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	77.3%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	900/sq mi
Total Area	0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	12.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	3
Restaurants	9
Retail Stores	9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	100.0%

Riggston, IL

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

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Is Riggston a Good Place to Live?

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Race & Ethnicity

Riggston vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Riggston vs U.S. Average

Income: Riggston vs U.S.

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Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

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Temperature

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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