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Symerton, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Symerton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 113. Residents earn $100,500 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
113 Population 706/sq mi density
$100,500 Median Income $50,210 per capita
$208,300 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,500 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$208,300 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $100,500
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $208,300
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population113
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density706/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,500
Per Capita$50,210
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$208,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units36
Rent Burden24.7%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.0%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation639 ft (195 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+97.3%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute32 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries3

Is Symerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Symerton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Symerton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Symerton is $100,500, which is significantly higher than the national average — 34% above $75,149. This places Symerton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Symerton is $208,300, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Symerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.2 inches, including 18.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Symerton has a population of 113 with a density of 706 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

113
Total Population
706
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Symerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Symerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Symerton is $100,500, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Symerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,500
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,210
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Symerton is $208,300, 26% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,300
26% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.6%
Housing Units36
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.18%
In Symerton, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.0%
Asthma9.8%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking23.6%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.1%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits67.7%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Symerton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.2 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall18.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation639 ft (195 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density706/sq mi
Coordinates41.3256°N, 88.0531°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+97.3%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density706/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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