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Valley City, IL

Illinois

Valley City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 15.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
15 Population 56/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.3%
169% higher than US avg

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

People

Population15
Median Age44.3 yrs
Density56/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$28,127
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty33.3%
County GDP$208M
Commute16 min

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation429 ft (131 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+73.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute16 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries2

Is Valley City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Valley City receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Valley City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 33.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches, including 15.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Valley City has a population of 15 with a density of 56 people per square mile. The median age is 44.3 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

15
Total Population
56
People / sq mi
44.3yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Valley City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 33.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Valley City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$28,127
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$66,393

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate33.3%
169% above US avg
Establishments (County)101
County GDP$208M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare3
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Valley City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall15.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation429 ft (131 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density56/sq mi
Coordinates39.7072°N, 90.6494°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+73.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density56/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants9
Retail Stores9

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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