Sublette, IL

Illinois

Sublette is a small town in Illinois with a population of 374. Residents earn $53,875 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
374 Population 935/sq mi density
$53,875 Median Income $35,304 per capita
$132,800 Home Value $201,613 Zillow
$635 Median Rent 31.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$53,875 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,800 home value, $635/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,875
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.7%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $635
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population374
Median Age41.1 yrs
Density935/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$53,875
Per Capita$35,304
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,800
Rent$635
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,613
Rent Burden31.1%

Health

Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation923 ft (281 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.7%
High School+92.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband76.4%
Libraries5

Is Sublette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sublette receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sublette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sublette is $53,875, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sublette is $132,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.7% 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

Sublette experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sublette has a population of 374 with a density of 935 people per square mile. The median age is 41.1 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77%), with 4.5% Hispanic, 1.6% Black.

Population

374
Total Population
935
People / sq mi
41.1yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sublette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.1%
8% above US avg
Spanish14.9%
11% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Sublette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sublette is $53,875, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sublette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,875
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,304
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$71,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,173M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare88
Retail96
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sublette is $132,800, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $635 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$92
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$635
45% below US avg
Rent Burden31.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Sublette, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities88
Sublette has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation923 ft (281 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density935/sq mi
Coordinates41.6430°N, 89.2289°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 76.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.7%
36% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density935/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants79
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone82.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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