Stewardson, IL

Illinois

Stewardson is a small town in Illinois with a population of 830. Residents earn $58,571 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
830 Population 1,361/sq mi density
$58,571 Median Income $28,153 per capita
$106,800 Home Value $156,153 Zillow
$857 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,571 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,800 home value, $857/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,571
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,800
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $857
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population830
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density1,361/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,571
Per Capita$28,153
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$1,098M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,800
Rent$857
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$156,153
Housing Units336
Rent Burden24.4%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.2%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation645 ft (197 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+92.0%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.4%
Libraries5

Is Stewardson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stewardson receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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. Stewardson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stewardson is $58,571, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stewardson is $106,800, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Stewardson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°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 44.0 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stewardson has a population of 830 with a density of 1,361 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

830
Total Population
1,361
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Stewardson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stewardson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stewardson is $58,571, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Stewardson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,571
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,153
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$70,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare37
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Stewardson is $106,800, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,153.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,800
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,153

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$857
26% below US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.7%
Housing Units336
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.45%
In Stewardson, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.3%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities37
Stewardson has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall14.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,361/sq mi
Coordinates39.2638°N, 88.6301°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.3-point margin. 84.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+92.0%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,361/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants42
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone81.5%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home9.8%

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