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Sauget, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Sauget is a small town in Illinois with a population of 299. Residents earn $60,469 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
299 Population 65/sq mi density
$60,469 Median Income $35,380 per capita
$53,300 Home Value
$676 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
6,494 Violent Crime/100K 41,558 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$60,469 median income, 12.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,300 home value, $676/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
6,494 violent crimes/100K (1609% above avg)
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,469
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,300
81% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 6,494/100K
1609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.1%
236% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population299
Median Age59.9 yrs
Density65/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,469
Per Capita$35,380
Unemployment12.1%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$40,403M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,300
Rent$676
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units150
Rent Burden14.0%

Crime

F
Violent6,494/100K
Property41,558/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault3,247/100K
Burglary1,299/100K

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking24.7%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation412 ft (126 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+85.4%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute13 min
Broadband73.6%
Libraries16

Is Sauget a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sauget receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Sauget has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sauget is $60,469, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.1%, unemployment is notably high. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sauget is $53,300, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 6,494 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 41,558 per 100,000, 2020% above the national average.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Sauget enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sauget has a population of 299 with a density of 65 people per square mile. The median age is 59.9 years, 54% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

299
Total Population
65
People / sq mi
59.9yrs
Median Age
54% above US avg
4.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Sauget vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sauget vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sauget is $60,469, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Sauget vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,469
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,380
Avg Weekly Wage$1,519
IRS Avg AGI$63,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.1%
236% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)15,318
County GDP$40,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,029
Healthcare2,212
Retail810
Manufacturing366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sauget is $53,300, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,300
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.6%
Housing Units150
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Rate9.16%
In Sauget, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 24.7% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma11.7%
COPD11.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.7%
76% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress17.7%
Short Sleep41.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits44.7%
Premature Death15,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Sauget has a violent crime rate of 6,494 per 100,000 residents, 1609% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 41,558 per 100,000 (2020% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent6,493.5/100K
1609% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape1,298.7/100K
Robbery1,948.1/100K
Assault3,246.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property41,558.4/100K
2020% above US avg
Burglary1,298.7/100K
Theft35,064.9/100K
Vehicle Theft5,194.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Sauget has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.5°F
5% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation412 ft (126 m)
Area4.6 sq mi (11.9 km²)
Population Density65/sq mi
Coordinates38.5859°N, 90.1531°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 64.7-point margin. 73.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 81.4%

Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+85.4%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density65/sq mi
Total Area4.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.6%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Restaurants1,029
Retail Stores810

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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