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Ripley, IL

Illinois

Ripley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 71.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
71 Population 187/sq mi density
$43,000 Home Value
$763 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $43,000
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $763
34% lower than US avg
Unemployment 15.9%
342% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population71
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density187/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans63.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$24,055
Unemployment15.9%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$346M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$43,000
Rent$763
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units40
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation540 ft (165 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute16 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries1

Is Ripley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ripley receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Ripley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

At 15.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ripley is $43,000, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ripley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ripley has a population of 71 with a density of 187 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

71
Total Population
187
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ripley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ripley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ripley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 15.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Ripley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$24,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,001
IRS Avg AGI$62,971

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.9%
342% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)163
County GDP$346M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ripley is $43,000, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$43,000
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$763
34% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units40
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate10.87%
Ripley has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation540 ft (165 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density187/sq mi
Coordinates40.0252°N, 90.6380°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17169
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 46.8-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 46.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+65.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density187/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants16
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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