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White Heath, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

White Heath is a small town in Illinois with a population of 197. Residents earn $96,875 per year, which is 29% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
197 Population 579/sq mi density
$96,875 Median Income $34,314 per capita
$162,300 Home Value $345,938 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$96,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$162,300 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $96,875
29% higher than US avg
Home Value $162,300
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.4%
97% higher than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age24.0 yrs
Density579/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans20.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$96,875
Per Capita$34,314
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.4%
County GDP$719M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$345,938
Housing Units103
Rent Burden27.1%

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking12.3%
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation704 ft (215 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute30 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries7

Is White Heath a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, White Heath receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. White Heath offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in White Heath is $96,875, 29% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in White Heath is $162,300, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

White Heath experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

White Heath has a population of 197 with a density of 579 people per square mile. The median age is 24.0 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.8%), with 13.2% Hispanic.

Population

197
Total Population
579
People / sq mi
24.0yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66%
Female 34%

Race & Ethnicity

White Heath vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.6%
6% above US avg
Spanish16.4%
22% above US avg

Social Characteristics

White Heath vs U.S. Average

The median household income in White Heath is $96,875, which is 29% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: White Heath vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$96,875
29% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,314
Avg Weekly Wage$903
IRS Avg AGI$88,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.4%
97% above US avg
Establishments (County)382
County GDP$719M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare23
Retail39
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,384
111% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in White Heath is $162,300, 42% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $345,938.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,300
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$345,938

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units103
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,384
111% above US avg
Effective Rate4.55%
In White Heath, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 12.3% are current smokers. 22.3% report depression. 17.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.3%
12% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.7%
Physical Inactivity17.9%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep34.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,861
Dentists1:4,181
Mental Health1:1,045
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits69.5%
Premature Death6,493/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access55.4%
Healthcare Facilities23
White Heath has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.1°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation704 ft (215 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density579/sq mi
Coordinates40.0868°N, 88.5116°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17147
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.5-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 33.7%

Winner: Republican by 30.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density579/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities23
Restaurants28
Retail Stores39

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Drive Alone92.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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