Varna, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Varna is a small town in Illinois with a population of 425. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
425 Population 1,417/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $26,315 per capita
$89,000 Home Value $193,243 Zillow
$838 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,000 home value, $838/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.3%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population425
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density1,417/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$26,315
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$687M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,000
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,243
Housing Units194
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity37.3%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking15.6%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation725 ft (221 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute28 min
Broadband78.7%
Libraries4

Is Varna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Varna receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Varna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Varna is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Varna is $89,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Varna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Varna has a population of 425 with a density of 1,417 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

425
Total Population
1,417
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Varna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Varna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Varna is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Varna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,315
Avg Weekly Wage$906
IRS Avg AGI$70,174

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)257
County GDP$687M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare17
Retail34
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,460
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Varna is $89,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,243.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,243

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,460
27% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
In Varna, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.6% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.3%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.7%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.6%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep37.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death8,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access33.0%
Healthcare Facilities17
Varna has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation725 ft (221 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,417/sq mi
Coordinates41.0352°N, 89.2243°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17123
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36-point margin. 78.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.2%
D 31.2%

Winner: Republican by 36 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,417/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.7%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants34
Retail Stores34

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone86.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.6%

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