Toluca, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Toluca is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,313. Residents earn $66,667 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,313 Population 1,239/sq mi density
$66,667 Median Income $33,351 per capita
$110,000 Home Value $100,552 Zillow
$777 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$66,667 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,000 home value, $777/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,667
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $777
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,313
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density1,239/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,667
Per Capita$33,351
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$687M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,000
Rent$777
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,552

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Elevation689 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+86.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Toluca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Toluca receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Toluca offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toluca is $66,667, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toluca is $110,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $777 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

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Toluca experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Toluca has a population of 1,313 with a density of 1,239 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

1,313
Total Population
1,239
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Toluca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.3%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.7%
28% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Toluca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toluca is $66,667, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Toluca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,667
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,351
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$70,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)257
County GDP$687M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare17
Retail34
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,460
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Toluca is $110,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $777 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,552.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,000
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,552

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$777
33% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,460
27% above US avg
Effective Rate4.05%
In Toluca, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death8,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.0%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Toluca has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Coordinates41.0044°N, 89.1339°W
County FIPS17123
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants34
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home1.6%

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