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Trout Valley, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Trout Valley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 584. Residents earn $211,563 per year, which is 182% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
584 Population 1,358/sq mi density
$211,563 Median Income $88,288 per capita
$435,300 Home Value $533,729 Zillow
48°F Avg Temperature 246 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$211,563 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$435,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $211,563
182% higher than US avg
Home Value $435,300
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.1%
102% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.7%
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population584
Median Age52.3 yrs
Density1,358/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$211,563
Per Capita$88,288
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$435,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$533,729
Housing Units235
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity30.7%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking11.3%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days246/yr
Elevation806 ft (246 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.1%
High School+99.8%
Graduate+28.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute37 min
Broadband99.6%
Libraries13

Is Trout Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trout Valley receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, long commute times. Trout Valley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trout Valley is $211,563, which is significantly higher than the national average — 182% above $75,149. This places Trout Valley among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trout Valley is $435,300, making it a premium housing market at 54% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Trout Valley is a highly educated community — 68.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Trout Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 38.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Trout Valley has a population of 584 with a density of 1,358 people per square mile. The median age is 52.3 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

584
Total Population
1,358
People / sq mi
52.3yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Trout Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trout Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trout Valley is $211,563, which is 182% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Trout Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$211,563
182% above US avg
Per Capita Income$88,288
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.8 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit11.8%
Work from Home17.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Trout Valley is $435,300, 54% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $533,729.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$435,300
54% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$533,729

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied98.2%
Housing Units235
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate2.00%
In Trout Valley, 30.7% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 11.3% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 17.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Trout Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.7%
4% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure28.9%
Asthma10.0%
COPD4.9%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.3%
19% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity17.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress16.6%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep30.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846
Trout Valley has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 246 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days246 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall38.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation806 ft (246 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density1,358/sq mi
Coordinates42.1957°N, 88.2507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 68.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.3-point margin. 99.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.1%
102% above US avg
High School+99.8%
Graduate Degree+28.7%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,358/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.6%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.8 min
Drive Alone66.0%
Public Transit11.8%
Work from Home17.2%

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