Thebes, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Thebes is a small town in Illinois with a population of 363. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
363 Population 207/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $14,686 per capita
$45,000 Home Value $134,766 Zillow
$475 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 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
$41,250 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,000 home value, $475/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,000
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.6%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $475
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age29.3 yrs
Density207/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$14,686
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$273M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,000
Rent$475
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,766
Housing Units136
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity42.4%
Uninsured10.5%
Smoking19.5%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation447 ft (136 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.6%
High School+82.0%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute28 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries2

Is Thebes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thebes receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Thebes offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thebes is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.3% 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 Thebes is $45,000, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $475 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Thebes 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 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Thebes has a population of 363 with a density of 207 people per square mile. The median age is 29.3 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

363
Total Population
207
People / sq mi
29.3yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.4%
Female 73.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Thebes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Thebes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thebes is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Thebes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,686
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$49,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Thebes is $45,000, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $475 (59% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,766.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,000
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,766

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$475
59% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.4%
Housing Units136
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In Thebes, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 27.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity27.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.0%
Uninsured10.5%
22% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death16,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access53.7%
Healthcare Facilities5
Thebes has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.1°F
8% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation447 ft (136 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.5 km²)
Population Density207/sq mi
Coordinates37.2124°N, 89.4507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17003
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 92.0% 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+7.6%
77% below US avg
High School+82.0%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density207/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants12
Retail Stores15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone68.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.1%

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