Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Sunnyland is a small town in Illinois with a population of 829. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sunnyland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Sunnyland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sunnyland is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
The median home value in Sunnyland is $140,700, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,935 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Sunnyland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 33.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 80.9% |
| 3% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 19.1% |
| 43% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $65,833 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,950 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,438 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% |
| 61% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,463 |
| County GDP | $5,408M |
| Restaurants | 235 |
| Healthcare | 218 |
| Retail | 253 |
| Manufacturing | 85 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,287 |
| 137% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.89% |
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $140,700 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| Median List Price | $295,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $260 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,935 |
| 66% above US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.9% |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,287 |
| 137% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.89% |
| Obesity | 39.2% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.9% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.0% |
| Depression | 20.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 12.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 4,543/100K |
| Food Environment | 9.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 218 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Annual Average | 50.9°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.1 inches |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 33.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 621 ft (189 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,145/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.5720°N, 88.1449°W |
| County FIPS | 17093 |
Winner: Democrat by 1.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.6% |
| 48% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 85.7% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 4,145/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.0% |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 218 |
| Restaurants | 235 |
| Retail Stores | 253 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |