Toulon, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Toulon is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,390. Residents earn $51,316 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,390 Population 1,363/sq mi density
$51,316 Median Income $27,700 per capita
$96,100 Home Value $137,142 Zillow
$738 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,316 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,100 home value, $738/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,316
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,100
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,390
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density1,363/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,316
Per Capita$27,700
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$340M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,100
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$137,142

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Elevation733 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+86.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute29 min
Libraries3

Is Toulon a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Toulon is $51,316, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Toulon is $96,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 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

19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Toulon 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.

Toulon has a population of 1,390 with a density of 1,363 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

1,390
Total Population
1,363
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Toulon vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Toulon vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Toulon is $51,316, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Toulon vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,316
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,700
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$68,713

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)148
County GDP$340M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare5
Retail10
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Toulon is $96,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,142.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,100
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$137,142

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% 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-Occupied73.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,780
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.97%
In Toulon, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death9,474/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access46.9%
Healthcare Facilities5

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Toulon 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

Elevation733 ft (223 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density1,363/sq mi
Coordinates41.0934°N, 89.8632°W
County FIPS17175
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%
D 26.3%

Winner: Republican by 45.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.5%
42% below US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,363/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants5
Retail Stores10

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Work from Home5.0%

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