Home Value $78,300

72% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 73.1%

117% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 44.7%

39% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.3%

19% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 5.9%

53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population153

Median Age43.6 yrs

Density219/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 0%

Veterans54.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$36,361

Unemployment4.3%

Poverty5.9%

County GDP$273M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$78,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units41

Rent Burden26.4%

Health

Obesity44.7%

Uninsured8.8%

Smoking15.3%

Depression19.0%

Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain51.0 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation336 ft (102 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+73.1%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+33.3%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%

Commute30 min

Broadband44.0%

Libraries2

Is Unity a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Unity receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Unity stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Unity is $78,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Unity is a highly educated community — 73.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Unity 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 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Unity has a population of 153 with a density of 219 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

153

Total Population

219

People / sq mi

43.6yrs

Median Age

12% above US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%

Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Unity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Unity vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Unity is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Unity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$36,361
Avg Weekly Wage	$970
IRS Avg AGI	$49,352

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.3%
	19% above US avg
Poverty Rate	5.9%
	53% below US avg
Establishments (County)	96
County GDP	$273M

Business (County)

Restaurants	12
Healthcare	5
Retail	15
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,700
	51% below US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.1 min
Drive Alone	94.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Unity is $78,300, 72% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$78,300
	72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	41
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,700
	51% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.17%

In Unity, 44.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 19.0% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	44.7%
	39% above US avg
Diabetes	15.6%
Heart Disease	5.6%
High Blood Pressure	39.4%
Asthma	12.9%
COPD	7.4%
Cancer	4.6%
Stroke	4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.3%
	9% above US avg
Binge Drinking	10.6%
Physical Inactivity	30.3%
Depression	19.0%
Mental Distress	19.2%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	42.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	8.8%
	2% above US avg
Primary Care	1:5,030
Dentists	1:1,215
Mental Health	1:168
Checkup Rate	74.0%
Dental Visits	44.5%
Premature Death	16,048/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.9/10
Exercise Access	53.7%
Healthcare Facilities	5

Unity has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.1°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	35°F (2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.0 inches
	34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	336 ft (102 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	219/sq mi
Coordinates	37.1521°N, 89.2730°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Alexander County County
County FIPS	17003

Unity is located in Alexander County County. It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 73.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (117% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.2-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%

D 39.8%

Winner: Republican by 19.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	73.1%
	117% above US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	33.3%
School Test Score	5.34

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	219/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi
County	Alexander County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	44.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	5
Restaurants	12
Retail Stores	15

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.1 min
Drive Alone	94.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.7%

Unity, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Unity a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Unity vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Unity vs U.S. Average

Income: Unity vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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