Vienna, IL

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.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,115 Population 745/sq mi density
$39,471 Median Income $25,122 per capita
$77,400 Home Value $177,726 Zillow
$616 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
138 Violent Crime/100K 551 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$39,471 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,400 home value, $616/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
138 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,471
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,400
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 138/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $616
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.9%
117% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,115
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density745/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 78%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,471
Per Capita$25,122
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty26.9%
County GDP$329M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,400
Rent$616
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$177,726

Crime

F
Violent138/100K
Property551/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault69/100K
Burglary138/100K

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Elevation363 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+90.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Vienna a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Vienna has a population of 2,115 with a density of 745 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.3%), with 10.3% Hispanic, 4.4% Black.

Population

2,115
Total Population
745
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Vienna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Vienna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vienna is $39,471, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Vienna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,471
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,122
Avg Weekly Wage$1,130
IRS Avg AGI$62,218

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.9%
117% above US avg
Establishments (County)196
County GDP$329M

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare18
Retail33
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,575
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Work from Home4.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Vienna is $77,400, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $616 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $177,726.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,400
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$177,726

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$616
47% 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-Occupied58.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,575
31% above US avg
Effective Rate5.91%
In Vienna, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 28.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity28.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.0%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities18
Vienna has a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 551 per 100,000 (72% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.7/100K
64% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape68.8/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault68.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property550.6/100K
72% below US avg
Burglary137.7/100K
Theft412.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Vienna has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation363 ft (111 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density745/sq mi
Coordinates37.4136°N, 88.8866°W
County FIPS17087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%
D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density745/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants18
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Work from Home4.4%

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