Tiskilwa, IL

Illinois

Tiskilwa is a small town in Illinois with a population of 762. Residents earn $60,750 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
762 Population 1,657/sq mi density
$60,750 Median Income $28,140 per capita
$88,300 Home Value $134,950 Zillow
$739 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$60,750 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,300 home value, $739/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,750
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.7%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $739
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population762
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density1,657/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,750
Per Capita$28,140
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,598M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,300
Rent$739
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$134,950
Rent Burden17.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation523 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.7%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.3%
Libraries14

Is Tiskilwa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tiskilwa receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Tiskilwa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tiskilwa is $60,750, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tiskilwa is $88,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $739 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

15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tiskilwa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tiskilwa has a population of 762 with a density of 1,657 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

762
Total Population
1,657
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tiskilwa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tiskilwa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tiskilwa is $60,750, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Tiskilwa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,750
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,140
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$67,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)771
County GDP$1,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare60
Retail95
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tiskilwa is $88,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $739 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $134,950.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,300
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$134,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$739
36% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Rate6.07%
In Tiskilwa, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death8,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities60

Crime Rates: Tiskilwa vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Tiskilwa has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation523 ft (159 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,657/sq mi
Coordinates41.2924°N, 89.5066°W
County FIPS17011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 84.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.7%
53% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,657/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.3%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants77
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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