Venice, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Venice is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,682. Residents earn $34,609 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,682 Population 909/sq mi density
$34,609 Median Income $22,654 per capita
$54,000 Home Value $33,685 Zillow
$898 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.3 / 5.0
$34,609 median income, 10.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,000 home value, $898/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,609
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,000
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.9%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $898
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 57.1%
78% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 45.3%
265% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,682
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density909/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 5%

Economy

F
Median Income$34,609
Per Capita$22,654
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty45.3%
County GDP$40,403M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,000
Rent$898
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$33,685

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity57.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation411 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.9%
High School+84.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 17% / D 81%
Commute21 min
Libraries16

Is Venice a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Venice receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Venice has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Venice is $34,609, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 45.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Venice is $54,000, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $898 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Venice enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Venice has a population of 1,682 with a density of 909 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (85%), with 4.8% White, 8.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,682
Total Population
909
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Venice vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Venice vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Venice is $34,609, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 45.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Venice vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,609
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,654
Avg Weekly Wage$1,519
IRS Avg AGI$63,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.5%
192% above US avg
Poverty Rate45.3%
265% above US avg
Establishments (County)15,318
County GDP$40,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,029
Healthcare2,212
Retail810
Manufacturing366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate9.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Venice is $54,000, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $898 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $33,685.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,000
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$33,685

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$898
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,881
39% above US avg
Effective Rate9.04%
In Venice, 57.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 41.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity57.1%
78% above US avg
Diabetes21.5%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure50.5%
Asthma14.2%
COPD11.2%
Stroke6.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.4%
Physical Inactivity41.5%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate81.8%
Premature Death15,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access98.2%
Healthcare Facilities2,212

Crime Rates: Venice vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71

Safety Score

Venice has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation411 ft (125 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density909/sq mi
Coordinates38.6720°N, 90.1693°W
County FIPS29510
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 8.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 64.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 16.7%
D 81.4%

Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.9%
74% below US avg
High School+84.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density909/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,212
Restaurants1,029
Retail Stores810

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)71

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Work from Home1.3%

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