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White City, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

White City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 289. Residents earn $76,875 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
289 Population 239/sq mi density
$76,875 Median Income $42,809 per capita
$119,900 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$76,875 median income, 7.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,900 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,875
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $119,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.7%
114% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population289
Median Age44.2 yrs
Density239/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$76,875
Per Capita$42,809
Unemployment7.7%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden25.3%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking18.3%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation633 ft (193 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+89.5%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score5.24

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries9

Is White City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White City receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. White City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White City is $76,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White City is $119,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. 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%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

White City 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.

White City has a population of 289 with a density of 239 people per square mile. The median age is 44.2 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

289
Total Population
239
People / sq mi
44.2yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

White City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

White City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White City is $76,875, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: White City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,875
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$42,809
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.7%
114% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)887
County GDP$1,525M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare78
Retail116
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in White City is $119,900, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,900
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$632
1 Bedroom$698
2 Bedrooms$916
3 Bedrooms$1,209
4 Bedrooms$1,438

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.5%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate3.19%
In White City, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: White City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
White City 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

Elevation633 ft (193 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density239/sq mi
Coordinates39.0706°N, 89.7697°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 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 39.2-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 29.5%

Winner: Republican by 39.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+89.5%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score5.24
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density239/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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