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Standard City, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Standard City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 187. Residents earn $49,583 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
187 Population 292/sq mi density
$49,583 Median Income $19,358 per capita
$81,300 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 25.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$49,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,300 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,583
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,300
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.6%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density292/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans11.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,583
Per Capita$19,358
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,300
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units79
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity34.4%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.7%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation630 ft (192 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.6%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute35 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries9

Is Standard City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Standard City receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Standard City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Standard City is $49,583, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Standard City is $81,300, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Standard City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Standard City has a population of 187 with a density of 292 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
292
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.3%
Female 41.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Standard City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Standard City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Standard City is $49,583, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Standard City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,583
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,358
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare78
Retail116
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.6 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Standard City is $81,300, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,300
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.7%
Housing Units79
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.71%
In Standard City, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.7% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Standard City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.7%
2% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
Standard City has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation630 ft (192 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density292/sq mi
Coordinates39.3502°N, 89.7839°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 2.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.6%
92% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density292/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.6 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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