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Tamms, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Tamms is a small town in Illinois with a population of 532. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
532 Population 228/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $20,220 per capita
$57,200 Home Value $105,128 Zillow
$663 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,200 home value, $663/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,200
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.7%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population532
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density228/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 60%
Veterans16.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$20,220
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$273M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,200
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$105,128
Housing Units243
Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity43.3%
Uninsured9.9%
Smoking18.4%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation339 ft (103 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.7%
High School+81.5%
Graduate+6.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute37 min
Broadband51.3%
Libraries2

Is Tamms a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tamms receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Tamms offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tamms is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tamms is $57,200, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 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

8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tamms enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tamms has a population of 532 with a density of 228 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60%), with 5.5% Hispanic, 34.2% Black.

Population

532
Total Population
228
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.9%
Female 39.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tamms vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tamms vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tamms is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Tamms vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,220
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$49,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)96
County GDP$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants12
Healthcare5
Retail15
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.3 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Tamms is $57,200, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $105,128.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,200
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$105,128

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.4%
Housing Units243
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Tamms, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured9.9%
15% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,030
Dentists1:1,215
Mental Health1:168
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits54.6%
Premature Death16,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
Tamms has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation339 ft (103 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density228/sq mi
Coordinates37.2415°N, 89.2713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 51.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.7%
74% below US avg
High School+81.5%
Graduate Degree+6.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density228/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants12
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.3 min
Drive Alone65.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home20.3%

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