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Tampico, IL

Illinois

Tampico is a small town in Illinois with a population of 607. Residents earn $58,281 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
607 Population 1,556/sq mi density
$58,281 Median Income $28,094 per capita
$87,700 Home Value $123,330 Zillow
$893 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$58,281 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,700 home value, $893/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,281
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.3%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population607
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,556/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,281
Per Capita$28,094
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,978M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,700
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,330
Housing Units327
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity35.3%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking16.2%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation640 ft (195 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries6

Is Tampico a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tampico receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Tampico offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tampico is $58,281, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tampico is $87,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tampico 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 36.8 inches, including 35.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tampico has a population of 607 with a density of 1,556 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

607
Total Population
1,556
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tampico vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tampico vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tampico is $58,281, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Tampico vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,281
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,094
Avg Weekly Wage$1,042
IRS Avg AGI$64,591

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,185
County GDP$2,978M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare107
Retail167
Manufacturing77

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tampico is $87,700, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,330.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,700
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,330

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$893
23% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.3%
Housing Units327
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,810
37% above US avg
Effective Rate5.48%
In Tampico, 35.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.3%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits60.5%
Premature Death9,513/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access74.2%
Healthcare Facilities107
Tampico has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.8 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 Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.8 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall35.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Coordinates41.6308°N, 89.7851°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17195
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.7-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.4%
D 41.7%

Winner: Republican by 14.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,556/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants132
Retail Stores167

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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