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Waggoner, IL

Illinois

Waggoner is a small town in Illinois with a population of 185. Residents earn $69,135 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
185 Population 771/sq mi density
$69,135 Median Income $30,527 per capita
$40,000 Home Value $164,458 Zillow
$675 Median Rent 20.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$69,135 median income, 10.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,000 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,135
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,000
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.7%
92% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.3%
186% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.6%
26% higher than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density771/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$69,135
Per Capita$30,527
Unemployment10.3%
Poverty15.6%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,458
Housing Units93
Rent Burden20.0%

Health

Obesity37.6%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.9%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation645 ft (197 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.7%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute30 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries6

Is Waggoner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waggoner receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Waggoner offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waggoner is $69,135, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 15.6% 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 Waggoner is $40,000, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Waggoner experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waggoner has a population of 185 with a density of 771 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

185
Total Population
771
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Waggoner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Waggoner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waggoner is $69,135, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Waggoner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,135
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,527
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.3%
186% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.6%
26% above US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Waggoner is $40,000, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,458.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,000
86% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,458

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden20.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.3%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate10.75%
In Waggoner, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.6%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,553
Dentists1:1,557
Mental Health1:1,203
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Waggoner has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density771/sq mi
Coordinates39.3775°N, 89.6526°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 2.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (92% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.7%
92% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density771/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.8%

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