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Verona, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Verona is a small town in Illinois with a population of 267. Residents earn $41,250 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
267 Population 1,571/sq mi density
$41,250 Median Income $29,728 per capita
$108,900 Home Value $345,900 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 23.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$41,250 median income, 8.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,900 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,250
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,900
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.5%
136% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.8%
116% higher than US avg

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

People

Population267
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,571/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$41,250
Per Capita$29,728
Unemployment8.5%
Poverty26.8%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,900
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,900
Housing Units128
Rent Burden23.0%

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking13.8%
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation631 ft (192 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+97.2%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries3

Is Verona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Verona receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Verona has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Verona is $41,250, 45% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 26.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Verona is $108,900, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Verona experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Verona has a population of 267 with a density of 1,571 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%).

Population

267
Total Population
1,571
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Verona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only79.8%
2% above US avg
Spanish20.2%
51% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Verona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Verona is $41,250, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Verona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,250
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,728
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.5%
136% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.8%
116% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Verona is $108,900, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,900.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,900
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden23.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.7%
Housing Units128
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate6.08%
In Verona, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 22.2% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits61.0%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Verona has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation631 ft (192 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,571/sq mi
Coordinates41.2157°N, 88.5049°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+97.2%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,571/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Drive Alone92.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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