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Ullin, IL

Illinois

Ullin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 533. Residents earn $76,492 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
533 Population 190/sq mi density
$76,492 Median Income $28,706 per capita
$90,100 Home Value
$523 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,492 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,100 home value, $523/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,492
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $523
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.5%
88% lower than US avg

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

People

Population533
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female68% / 32%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans20.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,492
Per Capita$28,706
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.5%
County GDP$223M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,100
Rent$523
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units283
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity44.9%
Uninsured19.3%
Smoking18.4%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation326 ft (99 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute33 min
Broadband73.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Ullin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ullin receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Ullin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ullin is $76,492, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ullin is $90,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $523 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

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Ullin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ullin has a population of 533 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 11.6% Black.

Population

533
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.9%
Female 32.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Ullin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ullin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ullin is $76,492, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Ullin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,492
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$28,706
Avg Weekly Wage$872
IRS Avg AGI$51,047

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.5%
88% below US avg
Establishments (County)105
County GDP$223M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare9
Retail18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ullin is $90,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $523 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,100
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$523
55% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%
Housing Units283
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,800
20% below US avg
Effective Rate3.11%
In Ullin, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 31.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep42.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.4%
Uninsured19.3%
124% above US avg
Mental Health1:1,228
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits49.9%
Premature Death12,463/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access62.7%
Healthcare Facilities9
Ullin has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation326 ft (99 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates37.2802°N, 89.1758°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.6%
D 32.4%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities9
Restaurants6
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.9%

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