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Sadorus, IL

Illinois

Sadorus is a small town in Illinois with a population of 342. Residents earn $97,560 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
342 Population 332/sq mi density
$97,560 Median Income $38,037 per capita
$126,100 Home Value $185,876 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 31.7% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$97,560 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$126,100 home value, $950/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,560
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $126,100
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.7%
1% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population342
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density332/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,560
Per Capita$38,037
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$126,100
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,876
Housing Units161
Rent Burden31.7%

Health

Obesity31.7%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking12.6%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation692 ft (211 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+87.1%
Graduate+4.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.2%
Libraries4

Is Sadorus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sadorus receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Sadorus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sadorus is $97,560, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sadorus is $126,100, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sadorus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sadorus has a population of 342 with a density of 332 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.6%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

342
Total Population
332
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sadorus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sadorus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sadorus is $97,560, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Sadorus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,560
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$76,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Sadorus is $126,100, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,876.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,100
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,876

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden31.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.9%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Rate3.49%
In Sadorus, 31.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.7%
1% below US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.6%
10% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits69.0%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Sadorus has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation692 ft (211 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density332/sq mi
Coordinates39.9669°N, 88.3451°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 85.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+87.1%
Graduate Degree+4.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density332/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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