Median Income
$69,900
7% lower than US avg
Home Value
$99,600
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.5%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$901
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
8.9%
28% lower than US avg
How Villa Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population2,375
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density1,583/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
B+
Median Income$69,900
Per Capita$32,456
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$99,600
Rent$901
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,241
Health
Obesity37.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Elevation648 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute31 min
Libraries4
Is Villa Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Villa Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Villa Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Villa Grove is $69,900, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Villa Grove is $99,600, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $901 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
17.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Villa Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Villa Grove has a population of 2,375 with a density of 1,583 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).
Population
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Villa Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.5% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
| 81% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Villa Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Villa Grove is $69,900, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Villa Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $69,900 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $32,456 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,044 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $76,563 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 8.9% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 603 |
| County GDP | $1,440M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 55 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 84 |
| Manufacturing | 84 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,396 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.41% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
The median home value in Villa Grove is $99,600, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $901 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,241.
Home Values
| Census Median | $99,600 |
| 65% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $127,241 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $901 |
| 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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,396 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.41% |
In Villa Grove, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Villa Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 10.5% |
| COPD | 6.0% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 23.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.1% |
| Physical Distress | 12.0% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 96.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 6,968/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 81.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
Crime Rates: Villa Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Villa Grove has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.4°F |
| 3% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.6 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 16.9 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 648 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,583/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.8645°N, 88.1597°W |
| County FIPS | 17041 |