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Sailor Springs, IL

Illinois

Sailor Springs is a small town in Illinois with a population of 80. Residents earn $76,146 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
80 Population 308/sq mi density
$76,146 Median Income $30,314 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$76,146 median income, 8.8% unemployment
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,146
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.8%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.5%
80% lower than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age53.3 yrs
Density308/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,146
Per Capita$30,314
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty2.5%
County GDP$699M
Commute23 min

Health

Obesity42.8%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking21.1%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation449 ft (137 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute23 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries1

Is Sailor Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sailor Springs receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Sailor Springs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sailor Springs is $76,146, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sailor Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°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 48.0 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sailor Springs has a population of 80 with a density of 308 people per square mile. The median age is 53.3 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

80
Total Population
308
People / sq mi
53.3yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Sailor Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sailor Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sailor Springs is $76,146, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Sailor Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,146
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,314
Avg Weekly Wage$977
IRS Avg AGI$59,796

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.5%
80% below US avg
Establishments (County)314
County GDP$699M

Business (County)

Restaurants24
Healthcare43
Retail47
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,567
2% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

Walkability

In Sailor Springs, 42.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sailor Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.8%
33% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Primary Care1:4,381
Dentists1:2,175
Mental Health1:542
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits49.0%
Premature Death8,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities43
Sailor Springs has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation449 ft (137 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density308/sq mi
Coordinates38.7645°N, 88.3602°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.3-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.9%
D 15.6%

Winner: Republican by 67.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.4%
96% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density308/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants24
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.1%

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