Spaulding, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Spaulding is a small town in Illinois with a population of 916. Residents earn $104,205 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
916 Population 1,221/sq mi density
$104,205 Median Income $52,132 per capita
$212,500 Home Value $255,511 Zillow
$692 Median Rent 19.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$104,205 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$212,500 home value, $692/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,205
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population916
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density1,221/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$104,205
Per Capita$52,132
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$212,500
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$255,511
Rent Burden19.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.0 in/yr
Elevation582 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute19 min
Broadband97.0%
Libraries13

Is Spaulding a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spaulding receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Spaulding stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spaulding is $104,205, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Spaulding among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spaulding is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Spaulding experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.0 inches, including 21.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Spaulding has a population of 916 with a density of 1,221 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

916
Total Population
1,221
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Spaulding vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spaulding vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spaulding is $104,205, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Spaulding vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,205
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$52,132
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% 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 Rate3.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home13.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Spaulding is $212,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $255,511.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$212,500
25% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$255,511

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% below US avg
Rent Burden19.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate3.43%
In Spaulding, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Spaulding has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.0 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall21.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation582 ft (177 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Coordinates39.8662°N, 89.5451°W
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,221/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home13.0%

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