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Swedona, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Swedona is a small town in Illinois with a population of 28.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
28 Population 100/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.0%
3% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population28
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans20.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$31,111
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute43 min

Health

Obesity31.0%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking12.1%
Depression19.5%
Heart Disease3.3%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation716 ft (218 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute43 min
Broadband9.0%
Libraries11

Is Swedona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Swedona receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Swedona stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Swedona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Swedona has a population of 28 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

28
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Swedona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Swedona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Swedona is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Swedona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$31,111
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$65,635

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,880
County GDP$12,607M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare405
Retail411
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Swedona, 31.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.1% are current smokers. 19.5% report depression. 16.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.0%
3% below US avg
Diabetes6.8%
Heart Disease3.3%
High Blood Pressure22.2%
Asthma8.5%
COPD4.8%
Cancer4.8%
Stroke1.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.1%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity16.7%
Depression19.5%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress9.9%
Short Sleep30.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate43.8%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate58.9%
Dental Visits47.2%
Premature Death8,429/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities405
Swedona has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation716 ft (218 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates41.2801°N, 90.4434°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.6-point margin. 9.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 9.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access9.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities405
Restaurants375
Retail Stores411

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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