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Roberts, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Roberts is a small town in Illinois with a population of 493. Residents earn $63,438 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
493 Population 1,027/sq mi density
$63,438 Median Income $21,429 per capita
$64,600 Home Value $125,523 Zillow
$786 Median Rent 50.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$63,438 median income, 6.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,600 home value, $786/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,438
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,600
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population493
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density1,027/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$63,438
Per Capita$21,429
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,600
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,523
Housing Units207
Rent Burden50.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking15.8%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+83.4%
Graduate+11.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute30 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries4

Is Roberts a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roberts receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Roberts offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roberts is $63,438, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roberts is $64,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Roberts 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 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Roberts has a population of 493 with a density of 1,027 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

493
Total Population
1,027
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.8%
Female 57.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Roberts vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roberts vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roberts is $63,438, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Roberts vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,438
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,429
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone71.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Roberts is $64,600, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,523.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,600
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,523

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below US avg
Rent Burden50.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%
Housing Units207
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate8.62%
In Roberts, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Roberts 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 44.4 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 Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Coordinates40.6148°N, 88.1842°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+83.4%
Graduate Degree+11.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,027/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants34
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone71.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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