Summerfield, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Summerfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 358. Residents earn $58,661 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
358 Population 688/sq mi density
$58,661 Median Income $36,187 per capita
$84,100 Home Value
$815 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,661 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,100 home value, $815/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,661
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,100
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.3%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population358
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density688/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,661
Per Capita$36,187
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty12.0%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,100
Rent$815
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units223
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity33.3%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation477 ft (145 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+80.7%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute27 min
Broadband90.5%
Libraries16

Is Summerfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summerfield receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Summerfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summerfield is $58,661, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summerfield is $84,100, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Summerfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Summerfield has a population of 358 with a density of 688 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

358
Total Population
688
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Summerfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summerfield is $58,661, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Summerfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,661
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,187
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Summerfield is $84,100, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,100
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.9%
Housing Units223
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate7.45%
In Summerfield, 33.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.3%
4% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.3%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep33.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits70.8%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
Summerfield has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall11.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation477 ft (145 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density688/sq mi
Coordinates38.5957°N, 89.7496°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.9-point margin. 90.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+80.7%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density688/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.5%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone81.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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