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Rose Hill, IL

Illinois

Rose Hill is a small town in Illinois with a population of 50. Residents earn $40,833 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
50 Population 79/sq mi density
$40,833 Median Income $21,308 per capita
$52,000 Home Value
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.4 / 5.0
$40,833 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$52,000 home value
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,833
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.5%
202% higher than US avg

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

People

Population50
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density79/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$40,833
Per Capita$21,308
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty37.5%
County GDP$646M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$52,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units18
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured5.2%
Smoking11.7%
Depression21.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation563 ft (172 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+84.4%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband22.0%
Libraries1

Is Rose Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rose Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rose Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rose Hill is $40,833, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rose Hill is $52,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rose Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°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 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rose Hill has a population of 50 with a density of 79 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

50
Total Population
79
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70%
Female 30%

Race & Ethnicity

Rose Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rose Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rose Hill is $40,833, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Rose Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,833
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,308
Avg Weekly Wage$909
IRS Avg AGI$70,233

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate37.5%
202% above US avg
Establishments (County)240
County GDP$646M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare19
Retail22
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,446
2% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Rose Hill is $52,000, 82% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.5%
Housing Units18
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,446
2% below US avg
Effective Rate6.63%
In Rose Hill, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.2% of residents lack health insurance. 11.7% are current smokers. 21.7% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rose Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.7%
16% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression21.7%
Mental Distress15.9%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.0%
Uninsured5.2%
40% below US avg
Checkup Rate69.4%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death6,631/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities19
Rose Hill has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation563 ft (172 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density79/sq mi
Coordinates39.1043°N, 88.1499°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.3-point margin. 22.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%
D 16.8%

Winner: Republican by 65.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+84.4%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density79/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access22.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants22
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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