Saunemin, IL

Illinois

Saunemin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 407. Residents earn $65,625 per year, which is 13% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
407 Population 1,770/sq mi density
$65,625 Median Income $24,580 per capita
$88,400 Home Value $136,833 Zillow
$1,188 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$65,625 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,400 home value, $1,188/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,400
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

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

People

Population407
Median Age34.3 yrs
Density1,770/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$24,580
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$2,895M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,400
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,833
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation687 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+95.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries7

Is Saunemin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saunemin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Saunemin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saunemin is $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saunemin is $88,400, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Saunemin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Saunemin has a population of 407 with a density of 1,770 people per square mile. The median age is 34.3 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 2% Black.

Population

407
Total Population
1,770
People / sq mi
34.3yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Saunemin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Saunemin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saunemin is $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Saunemin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,625
13% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,580
Avg Weekly Wage$1,086
IRS Avg AGI$74,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)865
County GDP$2,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare64
Retail116
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saunemin is $88,400, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,833.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,400
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,833

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,158
47% above US avg
Effective Rate5.83%
In Saunemin, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.7%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death9,425/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access67.5%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Saunemin has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation687 ft (209 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,770/sq mi
Coordinates40.8922°N, 88.4053°W
County FIPS17105
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.3-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,770/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants80
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone87.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.8%

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