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Thompsonville, IL

Illinois

Thompsonville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 475. Residents earn $46,023 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
475 Population 234/sq mi density
$46,023 Median Income $30,526 per capita
$85,700 Home Value $163,381 Zillow
$708 Median Rent 18.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,023 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,700 home value, $708/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,023
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $708
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population475
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density234/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,023
Per Capita$30,526
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,700
Rent$708
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$163,381
Housing Units306
Rent Burden18.1%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking16.3%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation480 ft (146 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+82.0%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute33 min
Broadband76.5%
Libraries6

Is Thompsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Thompsonville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Thompsonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Thompsonville is $46,023, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Thompsonville is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% 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

Thompsonville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Thompsonville has a population of 475 with a density of 234 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

475
Total Population
234
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.6%
Female 56.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Thompsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Thompsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Thompsonville is $46,023, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Thompsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,023
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,526
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$56,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)705
County GDP$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare60
Retail128
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,946
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Thompsonville is $85,700, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $708 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $163,381.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,700
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$163,381

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$708
39% below US avg
Rent Burden18.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.0%
Housing Units306
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,946
13% above US avg
Effective Rate4.60%
In Thompsonville, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death12,271/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access70.8%
Healthcare Facilities60
Thompsonville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation480 ft (146 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density234/sq mi
Coordinates37.9113°N, 88.7650°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 76.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+82.0%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density234/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants88
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

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