Tower Hill, IL

Illinois

Tower Hill is a small town in Illinois with a population of 387. Residents earn $52,917 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
387 Population 383/sq mi density
$52,917 Median Income $20,747 per capita
$61,300 Home Value $150,014 Zillow
$792 Median Rent 24.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,917 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,300 home value, $792/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,300
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $792
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population387
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$20,747
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$1,098M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,300
Rent$792
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$150,014
Housing Units219
Rent Burden24.2%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking17.6%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation654 ft (199 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+79.0%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries5

Is Tower Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tower Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tower Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tower Hill is $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tower Hill is $61,300, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $792 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tower Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tower Hill has a population of 387 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 13.2% Hispanic.

Population

387
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Tower Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tower Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tower Hill is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Tower Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,917
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,747
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$70,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare37
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Tower Hill is $61,300, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $792 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $150,014.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,300
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$150,014

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$792
32% 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-Occupied85.0%
Housing Units219
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Rate6.01%
In Tower Hill, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.6% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Tower Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.6%
26% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits55.5%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities37
Tower Hill 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 41.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation654 ft (199 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates39.3868°N, 88.9592°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.3-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+79.0%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants42
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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