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Strasburg, IL

Illinois

Strasburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 513. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
513 Population 950/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $31,612 per capita
$101,200 Home Value $170,566 Zillow
$1,042 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$101,200 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $101,200
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age35.8 yrs
Density950/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$31,612
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$1,098M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$101,200
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$170,566
Housing Units221
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured6.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+98.0%
Graduate+3.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries5

Is Strasburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strasburg receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Strasburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strasburg is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strasburg is $101,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Strasburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 13.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Strasburg has a population of 513 with a density of 950 people per square mile. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%).

Population

513
Total Population
950
People / sq mi
35.8yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.1%
Female 57.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Strasburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Strasburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strasburg is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Strasburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,612
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$70,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% 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
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Strasburg is $101,200, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $170,566.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$101,200
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$170,566

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.8%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
In Strasburg, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured6.7%
22% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities37
Strasburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall13.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density950/sq mi
Coordinates39.3497°N, 88.6218°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.3-point margin. 86.8% 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+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+98.0%
Graduate Degree+3.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density950/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants42
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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