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Westervelt, IL

Illinois

Westervelt is a small town in Illinois with a population of 24.

24 Population 267/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population24
Median Age15.4 yrs
Density267/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$1,098M
Commute12 min

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking17.4%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation651 ft (198 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute12 min
Broadband7.0%
Libraries5
Westervelt has a population of 24 with a density of 267 people per square mile. The median age is 15.4 years, 60% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

24
Total Population
267
People / sq mi
15.4yrs
Median Age
60% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29.2%
Female 70.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Westervelt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Westervelt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Westervelt is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Westervelt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$70,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare37
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Westervelt, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.4% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.4%
24% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.0%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,158
Dentists1:4,152
Mental Health1:2,057
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities37
Westervelt has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 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 Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation651 ft (198 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density267/sq mi
Coordinates39.4791°N, 88.8612°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, 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 60.3-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+0.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density267/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access7.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants42
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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