Median Income
$37,594
50% lower than US avg
Home Value
$114,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
27.4%
121% higher than US avg
How Robbins Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population4,956
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density3,418/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Economy
D
Median Income$37,594
Per Capita$19,628
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty27.4%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$114,200
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$109,033
Health
Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression18.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation600 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+77.0%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute29 min
Libraries188
Is Robbins a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Robbins receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Robbins has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Robbins is $37,594, 50% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 27.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Robbins is $114,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Robbins experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 38.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Robbins has a population of 4,956 with a density of 3,418 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (87%), with 7.6% White, 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.8% |
| 16% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.2% |
| 31% below US avg |
The median household income in Robbins is $37,594, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $37,594 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $19,628 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,672 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $100,597 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 9.4% |
| 161% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 27.4% |
| 121% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 137,804 |
| County GDP | $546,441M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12,631 |
| Healthcare | 16,051 |
| Retail | 13,648 |
| Manufacturing | 4,404 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,421 |
| 198% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 9.13% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 29.1 min |
| Work from Home | 26.6% |
The median home value in Robbins is $114,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $109,033.
Home Values
| Census Median | $114,200 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $109,033 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,188 |
| 2% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,421 |
| 198% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 9.13% |
In Robbins, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.2% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Robbins vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.5% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 16.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 41.1% |
| Asthma | 12.6% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 5.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.5% |
| Depression | 18.2% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 80.0% |
| Premature Death | 8,536/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16,051 |
Crime Rates: Robbins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 365 |
Safety Score
Robbins has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 52.5°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.9 inches |
| 8% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 600 ft (183 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 3,418/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.6431°N, 87.7081°W |
| County FIPS | 17031 |