Stonington, IL

Illinois

Stonington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 667. Residents earn $58,438 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
667 Population 1,450/sq mi density
$58,438 Median Income $30,665 per capita
$101,000 Home Value $128,514 Zillow
$869 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,438 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,000 home value, $869/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,438
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,000
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $869
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population667
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density1,450/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,438
Per Capita$30,665
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,970M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,000
Rent$869
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,514
Housing Units376
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.9%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband82.9%
Libraries5

Is Stonington a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Stonington is $58,438, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Stonington is $101,000, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $869 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Stonington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°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 40.4 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Stonington has a population of 667 with a density of 1,450 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

667
Total Population
1,450
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Stonington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Stonington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Stonington is $58,438, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Stonington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,438
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,665
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$68,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,970M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare58
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Stonington is $101,000, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $869 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,514.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,000
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,514

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$869
25% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.1%
Housing Units376
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate4.06%
In Stonington, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 23.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity23.1%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits63.0%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Stonington has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall13.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,450/sq mi
Coordinates39.6385°N, 89.1920°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,450/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants80
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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