Tilden, IL

Illinois

Tilden is a small town in Illinois with a population of 722. Residents earn $45,625 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
722 Population 737/sq mi density
$45,625 Median Income $31,449 per capita
$72,300 Home Value
$821 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$45,625 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,300 home value, $821/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,625
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.1%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population722
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density737/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$45,625
Per Capita$31,449
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$2,023M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,300
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units387
Rent Burden36.3%

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking19.3%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation519 ft (158 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.1%
High School+76.5%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Broadband73.9%
Libraries8

Is Tilden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tilden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tilden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tilden is $45,625, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tilden is $72,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tilden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tilden has a population of 722 with a density of 737 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 3.2% Black.

Population

722
Total Population
737
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Tilden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tilden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tilden is $45,625, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Tilden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,625
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,449
Avg Weekly Wage$1,070
IRS Avg AGI$66,068

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)596
County GDP$2,023M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare68
Retail94
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,703
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tilden is $72,300, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units387
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,703
6% above US avg
Effective Rate5.12%
In Tilden, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits54.3%
Premature Death8,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities68
Tilden has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation519 ft (158 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density737/sq mi
Coordinates38.2120°N, 89.6837°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17157
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 73.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.1%
85% below US avg
High School+76.5%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density737/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants76
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone83.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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