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West Brooklyn, IL

Illinois

West Brooklyn is a small town in Illinois with a population of 169. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
169 Population 1,878/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $26,718 per capita
$109,800 Home Value $275,117 Zillow
$1,313 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,800 home value, $1,313/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $109,800
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.4%
2% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,313
13% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.9%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age30.2 yrs
Density1,878/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans93.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$26,718
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$2,173M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,800
Rent$1,313
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$275,117
Housing Units65
Rent Burden17.0%

Health

Obesity32.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking13.2%
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation944 ft (288 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.4%
High School+84.4%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute46 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries5

Is West Brooklyn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West Brooklyn receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. West Brooklyn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in West Brooklyn is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West Brooklyn is $109,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,313 per month. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

West Brooklyn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West Brooklyn has a population of 169 with a density of 1,878 people per square mile. The median age is 30.2 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

169
Total Population
1,878
People / sq mi
30.2yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

West Brooklyn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West Brooklyn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West Brooklyn is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: West Brooklyn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,718
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$71,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)692
County GDP$2,173M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare88
Retail96
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.8 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in West Brooklyn is $109,800, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,313 (13% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $275,117.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,800
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$275,117

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,313
13% above US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,439
55% above US avg
Effective Rate4.95%
In West Brooklyn, 32.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 20.1% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: West Brooklyn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.9%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure27.8%
Asthma9.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate67.2%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death7,354/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access71.2%
Healthcare Facilities88
West Brooklyn has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation944 ft (288 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,878/sq mi
Coordinates41.6935°N, 89.1475°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 34.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.2-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 37.9%

Winner: Republican by 22.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.4%
2% above US avg
High School+84.4%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,878/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities88
Restaurants79
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.8 min
Drive Alone76.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

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