Royalton, IL

Illinois

Royalton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,076. Residents earn $49,625 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,076 Population 961/sq mi density
$49,625 Median Income $28,054 per capita
$51,900 Home Value $83,430 Zillow
$901 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$49,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,900 home value, $901/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,625
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,900
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.4%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $901
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,076
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density961/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,625
Per Capita$28,054
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,900
Rent$901
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$83,430

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation392 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.4%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute32 min
Libraries3

Is Royalton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Royalton receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Royalton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Royalton is $49,625, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Royalton is $51,900, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $901 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

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Royalton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches, including 11.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Royalton has a population of 1,076 with a density of 961 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

1,076
Total Population
961
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Royalton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Royalton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Royalton is $49,625, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Royalton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,625
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,054
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Royalton is $51,900, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $83,430.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,900
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$83,430

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$901
23% below 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

Owner-Occupied67.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate12.89%
In Royalton, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.3% report depression. 25.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.8%
Physical Inactivity25.5%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182

Crime Rates: Royalton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Royalton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.0°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation392 ft (119 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density961/sq mi
Coordinates37.8776°N, 89.1136°W
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.4%
39% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density961/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home16.1%

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