Willisville, IL

Illinois

Willisville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 416. Residents earn $57,813 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
416 Population 1,067/sq mi density
$57,813 Median Income $31,654 per capita
$54,400 Home Value
$815 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$57,813 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,400 home value, $815/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,813
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,400
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.8%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population416
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density1,067/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$57,813
Per Capita$31,654
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty16.8%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,400
Rent$815
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.8 in/yr
Elevation495 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband83.4%
Libraries3

Is Willisville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willisville receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Willisville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willisville is $57,813, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willisville is $54,400, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Willisville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Willisville has a population of 416 with a density of 1,067 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%).

Population

416
Total Population
1,067
People / sq mi
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Willisville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willisville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willisville is $57,813, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Willisville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,813
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,654
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.8%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Willisville is $54,400, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,400
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate12.29%
In Willisville, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.1% report depression. 22.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity22.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182

Crime Rates: Willisville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Willisville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.8 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation495 ft (151 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,067/sq mi
Coordinates37.9828°N, 89.5898°W
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 83.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.4%
96% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,067/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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