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St. Libory, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

St. Libory is a small town in Illinois with a population of 612. Residents earn $113,000 per year, which is 50% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
612 Population 631/sq mi density
$113,000 Median Income $48,175 per capita
$168,800 Home Value
$788 Median Rent 20.9% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$113,000 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$168,800 home value, $788/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $113,000
50% higher than US avg
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $788
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density631/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$113,000
Per Capita$48,175
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$168,800
Rent$788
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units330
Rent Burden20.9%

Health

Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.6%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation422 ft (129 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries16

Is St. Libory a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Libory receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. St. Libory stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Libory is $113,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 50% above $75,149. This places St. Libory among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Libory is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $788 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Libory experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°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 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

St. Libory has a population of 612 with a density of 631 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%).

Population

612
Total Population
631
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Libory vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

St. Libory vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Libory is $113,000, which is 50% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: St. Libory vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$113,000
50% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,175
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Libory is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $788 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$78
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$788
32% below US avg
Rent Burden20.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.8%
Housing Units330
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate3.71%
In St. Libory, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 22.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Libory vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity22.6%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,699
Dentists1:1,358
Mental Health1:528
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
St. Libory has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation422 ft (129 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density631/sq mi
Coordinates38.3631°N, 89.7181°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.9-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.0%
35% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density631/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.6%
Work from Home7.1%

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