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Thawville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Thawville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 200. Residents earn $41,667 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
200 Population 645/sq mi density
$41,667 Median Income $26,825 per capita
$87,500 Home Value $163,718 Zillow
$753 Median Rent 33.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$41,667 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,500 home value, $753/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,667
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $753
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population200
Median Age43.2 yrs
Density645/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans9.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,667
Per Capita$26,825
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$1,119M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,500
Rent$753
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,718
Housing Units123
Rent Burden33.3%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking15.5%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation690 ft (210 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute25 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Thawville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thawville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. Thawville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thawville is $41,667, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 17.1% 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 Thawville is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $753 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Thawville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Thawville has a population of 200 with a density of 645 people per square mile. The median age is 43.2 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.5%).

Population

200
Total Population
645
People / sq mi
43.2yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Thawville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Thawville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thawville is $41,667, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Thawville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,667
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,825
Avg Weekly Wage$1,074
IRS Avg AGI$68,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)367
County GDP$1,119M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare41
Retail47
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Thawville is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $753 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,718.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,718

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$753
35% below US avg
Rent Burden33.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%
Housing Units123
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,571
59% above US avg
Effective Rate6.37%
In Thawville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 24.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity24.1%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.5%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death9,101/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access69.2%
Healthcare Facilities41
Thawville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation690 ft (210 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density645/sq mi
Coordinates40.6731°N, 88.1137°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17053
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.9-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density645/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities41
Restaurants34
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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