Virgil, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Virgil is a small town in Illinois with a population of 310. Residents earn $97,500 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
310 Population 142/sq mi density
$97,500 Median Income $45,118 per capita
$301,500 Home Value
$1,058 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$301,500 home value, $1,058/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,500
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $301,500
7% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,058
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.7%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

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

People

Population310
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density142/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans1.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,500
Per Capita$45,118
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$37,058M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$301,500
Rent$1,058
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units131
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity33.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking11.2%
Depression20.7%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation863 ft (263 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+94.3%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 54%
Commute32 min
Broadband93.7%
Libraries18

Is Virgil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Virgil receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Virgil stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Virgil is $97,500, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Virgil is $301,500, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,058 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Virgil experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°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 37.3 inches, including 33.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Virgil has a population of 310 with a density of 142 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 6.5% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

310
Total Population
142
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Virgil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Virgil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Virgil is $97,500, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Virgil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,500
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$45,118
Avg Weekly Wage$1,208
IRS Avg AGI$92,140

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)12,855
County GDP$37,058M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,068
Healthcare1,260
Retail1,423
Manufacturing790

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,298
166% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Virgil is $301,500, 7% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,058 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$301,500
7% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,058
9% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.6%
Housing Units131
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,298
166% above US avg
Effective Rate3.08%
In Virgil, 33.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 11.2% are current smokers. 20.7% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.7%
5% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure26.7%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.2%
20% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity18.4%
Depression20.7%
Mental Distress16.1%
Physical Distress10.7%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.8%
Dental Visits69.2%
Premature Death6,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access92.8%
Healthcare Facilities1,260
Virgil has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.3 inches
2% below US avg
Snowfall33.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation863 ft (263 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density142/sq mi
Coordinates41.9557°N, 88.5290°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 9.4-point margin. 93.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.6%
D 54%

Winner: Democrat by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+94.3%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density142/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.7%
Public Libraries18
Healthcare Facilities1,260
Restaurants1,068
Retail Stores1,423

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home15.1%

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