Home Value $64,600

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.4%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 32.4%

161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population68

Median Age25.9 yrs

Density523/mi²

Male / Female24% / 77%

Largest GroupWhite 96%

Veterans65.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$28,815

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty32.4%

County GDP$1,657M

Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$64,600

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$149,336

Housing Units71

Health

Obesity38.4%

Uninsured7.4%

Smoking15.4%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain46.3 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation508 ft (155 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+71.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%

Commute31 min

Broadband42.0%

Libraries5

Is West York a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, West York receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. West York offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 32.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in West York is $64,600, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

West York experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°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 46.3 inches, including 11.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

West York has a population of 68 with a density of 523 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 4.4% Hispanic.

Population

Total Population

523

People / sq mi

25.9yrs

Median Age

33% below US avg

0.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 23.5%

Female 76.5%

Race & Ethnicity

West York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

West York vs U.S. Average

The median household income in West York is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: West York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$28,815
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,186
IRS Avg AGI	$70,893

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	32.4%
	161% above US avg
Establishments (County)	424
County GDP	$1,657M

Business (County)

Restaurants	42
Healthcare	35
Retail	59
Manufacturing	18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,035
	15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	6.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.2 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in West York is $64,600, 77% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $149,336.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$64,600
	77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$149,336

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	61.9%
Housing Units	71
Median Year Built	1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,035
	15% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.25%

In West York, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.4%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	8.6%
Heart Disease	4.6%
High Blood Pressure	28.9%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	6.6%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.4%
	10% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.3%
Physical Inactivity	21.8%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	19.7%
Physical Distress	12.7%
Short Sleep	35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.5%
Uninsured	7.4%
	14% below US avg
Checkup Rate	72.8%
Dental Visits	57.9%
Premature Death	7,129/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	58.3%
Healthcare Facilities	35

West York has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.1°F
	2% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	46.3 inches
	22% above US avg
Snowfall	11.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	508 ft (155 m)
Area	0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density	523/sq mi
Coordinates	39.1688°N, 87.6730°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17033

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%

D 22.9%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	71.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	523/sq mi
Total Area	0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	42.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	35
Restaurants	42
Retail Stores	59

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.2 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

West York, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is West York a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

West York vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

West York vs U.S. Average

Income: West York vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

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Commute & Transportation

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