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Russellville, IL

Illinois

Russellville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 69. Residents earn $41,458 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
69 Population 173/sq mi density
$41,458 Median Income $18,906 per capita
$23,300 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,458 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$23,300 home value
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,458
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $23,300
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density173/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 57%
Veterans62.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,458
Per Capita$18,906
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$2,502M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$23,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units51
Rent Burden25.7%

Health

Obesity34.3%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking14.1%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation426 ft (130 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries3

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Russellville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $41,458, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $23,300, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Russellville has a population of 69 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.5%), with 7.2% Black.

Population

69
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71%
Female 29%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $41,458, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,458
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,906
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$61,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)950
County GDP$2,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare103
Retail153
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $23,300, 92% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$23,300
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units51
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Rate12.71%
In Russellville, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.1% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.3%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma9.7%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.9%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,383
Dentists1:1,988
Mental Health1:468
Checkup Rate68.4%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death10,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities103
Russellville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation426 ft (130 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates38.8186°N, 87.5301°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS18083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 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 50.4-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants85
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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