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Stanford, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Stanford is a small town in Illinois with a population of 469. Residents earn $83,173 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
469 Population 711/sq mi density
$83,173 Median Income $36,312 per capita
$101,800 Home Value $177,231 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 25.7% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$83,173 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,800 home value, $1,375/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,173
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $101,800
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.8%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population469
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$83,173
Per Capita$36,312
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,800
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,231
Housing Units278
Rent Burden25.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,000/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary167/100K

Health

Obesity34.8%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation670 ft (204 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+93.4%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute20 min
Broadband85.9%
Libraries12

Is Stanford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stanford receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Stanford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stanford is $83,173, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stanford is $101,800, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Stanford is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,000 per 100,000, 49% below the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Stanford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stanford has a population of 469 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

469
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Stanford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stanford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stanford is $83,173, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Stanford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,173
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,312
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$79,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,560
County GDP$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants304
Healthcare285
Retail380
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stanford is $101,800, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,231.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,800
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,231

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden25.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%
Housing Units278
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Rate6.51%
In Stanford, 34.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.8%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities285
Stanford has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,000 per 100,000 (49% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,000.0/100K
49% below US avg
Burglary166.7/100K
Theft833.3/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Stanford has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation670 ft (204 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates40.4322°N, 89.2208°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.7-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+93.4%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.9%
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants304
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

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