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Standard, IL

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Standard is a small town in Illinois with a population of 284. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
284 Population 400/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $35,409 per capita
$108,200 Home Value
$908 Median Rent 29.2% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,200 home value, $908/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,200
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.5%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$35,409
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$428M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,200
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units177
Rent Burden29.2%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking14.7%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation677 ft (206 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.5%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+8.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries6

Is Standard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Standard receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Standard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Standard is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Standard is $108,200, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $908 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Standard experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°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 38.1 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Standard has a population of 284 with a density of 400 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.3%).

Population

284
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Standard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.9%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.1%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Standard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Standard is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Standard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,409
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Standard is $108,200, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,200
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% below US avg
Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units177
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate4.24%
In Standard, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,566
Dentists1:2,786
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Standard has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall28.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation677 ft (206 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates41.2558°N, 89.1817°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.5%
54% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+8.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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