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Smithboro, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Smithboro is a small town in Illinois with a population of 171. Residents earn $27,500 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
171 Population 184/sq mi density
$27,500 Median Income $17,653 per capita
$70,000 Home Value $163,743 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$27,500 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$70,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,500
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $70,000
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.8%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.8%
148% higher than US avg

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

People

Population171
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density184/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

D
Median Income$27,500
Per Capita$17,653
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty30.8%
County GDP$781M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$70,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,743
Housing Units93
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.7%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation550 ft (168 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.8%
High School+81.0%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Smithboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithboro receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Smithboro has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smithboro is $27,500, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithboro is $70,000, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°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 43.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Smithboro has a population of 171 with a density of 184 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.9%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

171
Total Population
184
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Smithboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithboro is $27,500, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Smithboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,500
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,653
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$65,189

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.8%
148% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$781M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare32
Retail35
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithboro is $70,000, 75% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,743.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$70,000
75% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,743

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.9%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,025
44% above US avg
Effective Rate7.18%
In Smithboro, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate61.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death7,670/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access62.2%
Healthcare Facilities32
Smithboro has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.7 inches
15% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation550 ft (168 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density184/sq mi
Coordinates38.8946°N, 89.3399°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17005
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.5%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.8%
86% below US avg
High School+81.0%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density184/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants31
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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