Median Income
$45,357
40% lower than US avg
Home Value
$57,200
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
3.3%
90% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$919
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.0%
52% lower than US avg
How Sugar Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population598
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,357
Per Capita$25,980
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,349M
Commute35 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$57,200
Rent$919
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,019
Health
Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI35 (Good)
Elevation2,787 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+3.3%
High School+78.3%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute35 min
Libraries3
Is Sugar Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Sugar Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Sugar Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Sugar Grove is $45,357, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Sugar Grove is $57,200, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $919 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
3.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Sugar Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Sugar Grove has a population of 598 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Sugar Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Sugar Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Sugar Grove is $45,357, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.
Income: Sugar Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,357 |
| 40% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,980 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,317 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 816 |
| County GDP | $1,349M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 57 |
| Retail | 105 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,212 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.87% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 35.0 min |
| Work from Home | 12.2% |
The median home value in Sugar Grove is $57,200, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $919 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,019.
Home Values
| Census Median | $57,200 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $138,019 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $919 |
| 21% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,212 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.87% |
In Sugar Grove, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Sugar Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.7% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.4% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.3% |
| Premature Death | 14,259/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 57 |
Crime Rates: Sugar Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Sugar Grove has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 52.1°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,787 ft (849 m) |
| Area | 2.9 sq mi (7.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 205/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.7608°N, 81.4012°W |
| County FIPS | 51173 |