Towanda, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Towanda is a small town in Illinois with a population of 356. Residents earn $78,611 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
356 Population 481/sq mi density
$78,611 Median Income $40,371 per capita
$158,200 Home Value $259,704 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,611 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$158,200 home value, $942/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,611
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $158,200
44% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.8%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population356
Median Age45.5 yrs
Density481/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,611
Per Capita$40,371
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$16,910M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$158,200
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,704
Housing Units204
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity33.4%
Uninsured5.4%
Smoking11.0%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation780 ft (238 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.8%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute22 min
Broadband94.1%
Libraries15

Is Towanda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Towanda receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Towanda stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Towanda is $78,611, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 10.3% 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 Towanda is $158,200, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Towanda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 20.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Towanda has a population of 356 with a density of 481 people per square mile. The median age is 45.5 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%).

Population

356
Total Population
481
People / sq mi
45.5yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Towanda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Towanda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Towanda is $78,611, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Towanda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,611
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,371
Avg Weekly Wage$1,273
IRS Avg AGI$88,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,357
County GDP$16,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants404
Healthcare365
Retail498
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Towanda is $158,200, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,704.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$158,200
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,704

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden24.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.6%
Housing Units204
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Rate4.54%
In Towanda, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.0% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 16.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure28.3%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.0%
21% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity16.4%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress16.2%
Physical Distress10.2%
Short Sleep31.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured5.4%
37% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits69.3%
Premature Death6,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities365
Towanda has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall20.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density481/sq mi
Coordinates40.5634°N, 88.9007°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 28.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin. 94.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.8%
15% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density481/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.1%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities365
Restaurants404
Retail Stores498

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone79.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.2%

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