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Rutland, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Rutland is a small town in Illinois with a population of 189. Residents earn $49,063 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
189 Population 274/sq mi density
$49,063 Median Income $35,226 per capita
$72,800 Home Value
$860 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$49,063 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,800 home value, $860/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,063
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.4%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $860
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.8%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population189
Median Age58.5 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans12.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$49,063
Per Capita$35,226
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty4.8%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,800
Rent$860
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity38.5%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation709 ft (216 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.4%
High School+79.5%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries9

Is Rutland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rutland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Rutland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rutland is $49,063, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rutland is $72,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $860 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Rutland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 37.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rutland has a population of 189 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 58.5 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

189
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
58.5yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rutland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rutland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rutland is $49,063, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Rutland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,063
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,226
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.8%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rutland is $72,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $860 (26% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,800
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$860
26% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate9.26%
In Rutland, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits60.8%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42
Rutland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates40.9838°N, 89.0413°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.4%
81% below US avg
High School+79.5%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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