Home Value $135,500

52% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 11.7%

65% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.0%

0% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.2%

39% higher than US avg

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

People

Population333

Median Age29.3 yrs

Density3,700/mi²

Male / Female39% / 61%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans13.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$29,041

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty17.2%

County GDP$719M

Commute29 min

Housing

Home Value$135,500

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$287,060

Housing Units123

Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity32.0%

Uninsured6.4%

Smoking12.7%

Depression24.5%

Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain39.6 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation700 ft (213 m)

Education

Bachelor's+11.7%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%

Commute29 min

Broadband99.0%

Libraries7

Is Seymour a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Seymour receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Seymour faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seymour is $135,500, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Seymour experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Seymour has a population of 333 with a density of 3,700 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

333

Total Population

3,700

People / sq mi

29.3yrs

Median Age

25% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%

Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Seymour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seymour vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seymour is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Seymour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$29,041
Avg Weekly Wage	$903
IRS Avg AGI	$88,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.2%
	39% above US avg
Establishments (County)	382
County GDP	$719M

Business (County)

Restaurants	28
Healthcare	23
Retail	39
Manufacturing	17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,384
	111% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	5.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	28.5 min
Drive Alone	72.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Seymour is $135,500, 52% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $287,060.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$135,500
	52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$287,060

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	59.6%
Housing Units	123
Median Year Built	1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,384
	111% above US avg
Effective Rate	5.45%

In Seymour, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.0%
	0% below US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	5.0%
High Blood Pressure	28.4%
Asthma	10.3%
COPD	5.7%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.7%
	9% below US avg
Binge Drinking	22.0%
Physical Inactivity	17.8%
Depression	24.5%
Mental Distress	17.3%
Physical Distress	11.3%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.4%
	26% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,861
Dentists	1:4,181
Mental Health	1:1,045
Checkup Rate	74.3%
Dental Visits	64.0%
Premature Death	6,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	9.2/10
Exercise Access	55.4%
Healthcare Facilities	23

Seymour has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.1°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.6 inches
	4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	700 ft (213 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density	3,700/sq mi
Coordinates	40.1068°N, 88.4271°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Piatt County County
County FIPS	17147

Seymour is located in Piatt County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%

D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	11.7%
	65% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	3,700/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi
County	Piatt County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	99.0%
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	23
Restaurants	28
Retail Stores	39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	28.5 min
Drive Alone	72.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Seymour, IL

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

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Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Seymour a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Seymour vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Seymour vs U.S. Average

Income: Seymour vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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