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Wellington, IL

Illinois

Wellington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 204. Residents earn $46,979 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
204 Population 850/sq mi density
$46,979 Median Income $27,232 per capita
$73,900 Home Value $122,709 Zillow
$789 Median Rent 32.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,979 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$73,900 home value, $789/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,979
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,900
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density850/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,979
Per Capita$27,232
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,900
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,709
Housing Units106
Rent Burden32.1%

Health

Obesity40.8%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking18.2%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation695 ft (212 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute39 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries9

Is Wellington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wellington receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Wellington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wellington is $46,979, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wellington is $73,900, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Wellington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wellington has a population of 204 with a density of 850 people per square mile. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%).

Population

204
Total Population
850
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wellington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wellington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wellington is $46,979, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Wellington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,979
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,232
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.0 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Wellington is $73,900, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,709.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,900
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,709

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below US avg
Rent Burden32.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.2%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate6.17%
In Wellington, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.5%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,353
Dentists1:2,941
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Wellington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density850/sq mi
Coordinates40.5411°N, 87.6799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density850/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.0 min
Drive Alone88.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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