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Taylor Ridge, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Taylor Ridge is a small town in Illinois with a population of 237.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
237 Population 153/sq mi density
$162,500 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
23.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.0%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population237
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density153/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans22.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,741
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$162,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden28.4%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking12.9%
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation779 ft (237 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute31 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries11

Is Taylor Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylor Ridge receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Taylor Ridge has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

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 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylor Ridge is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

23.0% 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

Taylor Ridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Taylor Ridge has a population of 237 with a density of 153 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

237
Total Population
153
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylor Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Taylor Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylor Ridge 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 31 minutes.

Income: Taylor Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,741
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)
Effective Tax Rate4.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylor Ridge is $162,500, 42% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Effective Rate4.10%
In Taylor Ridge, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 22.9% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Taylor Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure27.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death8,429/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities405
Taylor Ridge has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.3 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall36.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation779 ft (237 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density153/sq mi
Coordinates41.3892°N, 90.6705°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17161
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.6-point margin. 100.0% 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+23.0%
32% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density153/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities405
Restaurants375
Retail Stores411

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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