Tremont, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Tremont is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,300. Residents earn $77,420 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,300 Population 1,933/sq mi density
$77,420 Median Income $44,643 per capita
$200,600 Home Value $241,638 Zillow
$900 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,420 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,600 home value, $900/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,420
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $200,600
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.1%
10% higher than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,300
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density1,933/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,420
Per Capita$44,643
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,600
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$241,638

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation650 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+37.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute20 min
Libraries12

Is Tremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tremont receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Tremont stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tremont is $77,420, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tremont is $200,600, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Tremont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches, including 22.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tremont has a population of 2,300 with a density of 1,933 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

2,300
Total Population
1,933
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Tremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tremont is $77,420, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Tremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,420
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,643
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$79,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,560
County GDP$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants304
Healthcare285
Retail380
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.6 min
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Tremont is $200,600, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $241,638.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,600
29% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$241,638
Median List Price$222,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$222,450
$/Sq Ft$109
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% 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-Occupied64.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Tremont, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 18.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity18.3%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress10.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities285

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Tremont has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall22.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density1,933/sq mi
Coordinates40.5250°N, 89.4890°W
County FIPS17179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.1%
10% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,933/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants304
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.6 min
Work from Home10.6%

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