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South Wilmington, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

South Wilmington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 558. Residents earn $86,563 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
558 Population 1,139/sq mi density
$86,563 Median Income $41,526 per capita
$164,900 Home Value
$1,188 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$86,563 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$164,900 home value, $1,188/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,563
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $164,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population558
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density1,139/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,563
Per Capita$41,526
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$164,900
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units272
Rent Burden25.6%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.5%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation587 ft (179 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+91.1%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries3

Is South Wilmington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Wilmington receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. South Wilmington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Wilmington is $86,563, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Wilmington is $164,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

South Wilmington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°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 37.7 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

South Wilmington has a population of 558 with a density of 1,139 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

558
Total Population
1,139
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

South Wilmington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

South Wilmington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Wilmington is $86,563, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: South Wilmington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,563
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,526
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.1 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

Walkability

The median home value in South Wilmington is $164,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$164,900
42% below US avg
Median List Price$265,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$265,000
$/Sq Ft$158
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.7%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.8%
Housing Units272
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In South Wilmington, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: South Wilmington vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.5%
18% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
South Wilmington has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°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

22°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation587 ft (179 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,139/sq mi
Coordinates41.1745°N, 88.2795°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+91.1%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,139/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.1 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.6%

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