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Taylor Springs, IL

Illinois

Taylor Springs is a small town in Illinois with a population of 691. Residents earn $45,323 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
691 Population 652/sq mi density
$45,323 Median Income $28,150 per capita
$67,100 Home Value
$781 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$45,323 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,100 home value, $781/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,323
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,100
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $781
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.0%
45% higher than US avg

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

People

Population691
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density652/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,323
Per Capita$28,150
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty18.0%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,100
Rent$781
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units277
Rent Burden23.6%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking19.0%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation614 ft (187 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute21 min
Broadband74.0%
Libraries6

Is Taylor Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylor Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Taylor Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylor Springs is $45,323, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. The poverty rate of 18.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylor Springs is $67,100, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $781 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

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Taylor Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Taylor Springs has a population of 691 with a density of 652 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

691
Total Population
652
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.9%
Female 54.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylor Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taylor Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylor Springs is $45,323, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Taylor Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,323
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,150
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.0%
45% above US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylor Springs is $67,100, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $781 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,100
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$781
33% below US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

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 Units277
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate6.41%
In Taylor Springs, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits53.9%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Taylor Springs has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation614 ft (187 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density652/sq mi
Coordinates39.1319°N, 89.4950°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 74.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density652/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.1%

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