Stonefort, IL

Illinois

Stonefort is a small town in Illinois with a population of 389. Residents earn $53,365 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
389 Population 268/sq mi density
$53,365 Median Income $24,539 per capita
$83,300 Home Value $181,219 Zillow
$723 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,365 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $723/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,365
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $723
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population389
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density268/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,365
Per Capita$24,539
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$1,123M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$723
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,219
Housing Units176
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking14.5%
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation431 ft (131 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute31 min
Broadband69.9%
Libraries4

Is Stonefort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Stonefort 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Stonefort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stonefort is $53,365, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stonefort is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $723 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

4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Stonefort enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stonefort has a population of 389 with a density of 268 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

389
Total Population
268
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.6%
Female 61.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Stonefort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stonefort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stonefort is $53,365, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Stonefort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,365
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,539
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$59,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)503
County GDP$1,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare73
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Stonefort is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $723 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,219.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$181,219

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$723
38% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.1%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Effective Rate5.81%
In Stonefort, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 25.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death11,841/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities73
Stonefort has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation431 ft (131 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density268/sq mi
Coordinates37.6215°N, 88.7041°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49-point margin. 69.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density268/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants46
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone70.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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