Southern View, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Southern View is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,838. Residents earn $53,774 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,838 Population 2,743/sq mi density
$53,774 Median Income $31,679 per capita
$104,700 Home Value $122,993 Zillow
$1,261 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$53,774 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $1,261/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,774
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,261
8% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,838
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density2,743/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,774
Per Capita$31,679
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$1,261
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,993

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+88.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute15 min
Libraries13

Is Southern View a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Southern View receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Southern View offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Southern View is $53,774, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Southern View is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,261 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Southern View experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Southern View has a population of 1,838 with a density of 2,743 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 8.7% Black.

Population

1,838
Total Population
2,743
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Southern View vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Southern View vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Southern View is $53,774, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Southern View vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,774
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,679
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.9 min
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Southern View is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,261 (8% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,993.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,993

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,261
8% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate6.95%
In Southern View, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Southern View vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Southern View has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density2,743/sq mi
Coordinates39.7546°N, 89.6517°W
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+88.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,743/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.9 min
Work from Home7.0%

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