Table Grove, IL

Illinois

Table Grove is a small town in Illinois with a population of 318. Residents earn $52,083 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
318 Population 1,136/sq mi density
$52,083 Median Income $27,295 per capita
$72,300 Home Value
$791 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$52,083 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,300 home value, $791/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,083
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $791
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.9%
36% higher than US avg

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

People

Population318
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density1,136/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,083
Per Capita$27,295
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty16.9%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,300
Rent$791
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units166
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking17.2%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation730 ft (223 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+94.2%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute25 min
Broadband82.3%
Libraries8

Is Table Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Table Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Table Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Table Grove is $52,083, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Table Grove is $72,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $791 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

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Table Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Table Grove has a population of 318 with a density of 1,136 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

318
Total Population
1,136
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Table Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Table Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Table Grove is $52,083, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Table Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,083
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,295
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.9%
36% above US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Table Grove is $72,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $791 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$791
32% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.7%
Housing Units166
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate6.46%
In Table Grove, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Table Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits57.5%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Table Grove has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation730 ft (223 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Coordinates40.3650°N, 90.4252°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 82.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+94.2%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,136/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.3%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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