Illinois
Vienna is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,115. Residents earn $39,471 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, Vienna receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vienna has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Vienna is $39,471, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 26.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Vienna is $77,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $616 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Vienna is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 551 per 100,000, 72% below the national average.
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Vienna enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.1% |
| 99% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,471 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,122 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,130 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,218 |
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 26.9% |
| 117% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 196 |
| County GDP | $329M |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,575 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.91% |
| Commute Time | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |
| Census Median | $77,400 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $177,726 |
| Census Median Rent | $616 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,575 |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.91% |
| Obesity | 43.2% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 9.9% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.8% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,591/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Total Violent | 137.7/100K |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 68.8/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 68.8/100K |
| Total Property | 550.6/100K |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 137.7/100K |
| Theft | 412.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 57.2°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 363 ft (111 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4136°N, 88.8866°W |
| County FIPS | 17087 |
Winner: Republican by 58.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.1% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.8% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
| Restaurants | 18 |
| Retail Stores | 33 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 21.2 min |
| Work from Home | 4.4% |