Saybrook, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Saybrook is a small town in Illinois with a population of 714. Residents earn $54,479 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
714 Population 893/sq mi density
$54,479 Median Income $25,457 per capita
$92,900 Home Value $160,291 Zillow
$829 Median Rent 26.3% 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
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,479 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,900 home value, $829/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,479
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $829
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.6%
50% higher than US avg

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

People

Population714
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density893/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,479
Per Capita$25,457
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty18.6%
County GDP$16,910M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,900
Rent$829
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,291
Housing Units327
Rent Burden26.3%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.1%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation813 ft (248 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+85.7%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute38 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries15

Is Saybrook a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saybrook 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Saybrook offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saybrook is $54,479, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 18.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saybrook is $92,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Saybrook experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°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 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Saybrook has a population of 714 with a density of 893 people per square mile. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 7.8% Black.

Population

714
Total Population
893
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Saybrook vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Saybrook vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saybrook is $54,479, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Saybrook vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,479
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,457
Avg Weekly Wage$1,273
IRS Avg AGI$88,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.6%
50% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,357
County GDP$16,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants404
Healthcare365
Retail498
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.5 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Saybrook is $92,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $829 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,291.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,900
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,291

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$829
29% below US avg
Rent Burden26.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.6%
Housing Units327
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Rate7.73%
In Saybrook, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 24.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death6,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities365
Saybrook has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation813 ft (248 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density893/sq mi
Coordinates40.4281°N, 88.5262°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+85.7%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density893/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities365
Restaurants404
Retail Stores498

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.5 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.8%

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