Tovey, IL

Illinois

Tovey is a small town in Illinois with a population of 707. Residents earn $81,250 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
707 Population 3,214/sq mi density
$81,250 Median Income $30,788 per capita
$78,200 Home Value
$541 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,200 home value, $541/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $78,200
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $541
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.1%
75% lower than US avg

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

People

Population707
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density3,214/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$30,788
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty3.1%
County GDP$1,970M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,200
Rent$541
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Elevation600 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+87.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute20 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries5

Is Tovey a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tovey 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. Tovey offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tovey is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tovey is $78,200, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $541 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tovey experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tovey has a population of 707 with a density of 3,214 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.9%).

Population

707
Total Population
3,214
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tovey vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.3%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.7%
47% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Tovey vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tovey is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tovey vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,250
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,788
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$68,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.1%
75% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,970M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare58
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Tovey is $78,200, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $541 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,200
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$541
53% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate5.24%
In Tovey, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity23.3%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities58

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Tovey has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation600 ft (183 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,214/sq mi
Coordinates39.5883°N, 89.4486°W
County FIPS17021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+87.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,214/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants80
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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