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Venedy, IL

Illinois

Venedy is a small town in Illinois with a population of 163. Residents earn $74,375 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
163 Population 582/sq mi density
$74,375 Median Income $32,917 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
$492 Median Rent 10.8% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$74,375 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $492/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,375
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $492
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density582/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans15.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,375
Per Capita$32,917
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$492
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units63
Rent Burden10.8%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking14.0%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+88.1%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute27 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries2

Is Venedy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Venedy receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Venedy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Venedy is $74,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Venedy is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $492 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Venedy experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°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 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Venedy has a population of 163 with a density of 582 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.7%).

Population

163
Total Population
582
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.6%
Female 34.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Venedy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Venedy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Venedy is $74,375, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Venedy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,375
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,917
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Venedy is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $492 (58% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$492
58% below US avg
Rent Burden10.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate5.22%
In Venedy, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.0% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.0%
0% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits64.4%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Venedy has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density582/sq mi
Coordinates38.3966°N, 89.6456°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+88.1%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density582/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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