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Willow Hill, IL

Illinois

Willow Hill is a small town in Illinois with a population of 266. Residents earn $34,464 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
266 Population 256/sq mi density
$34,464 Median Income $20,052 per capita
$55,000 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$34,464 median income, 10.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $775/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,464
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.1%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.1%
181% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

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

People

Population266
Median Age27.6 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

D
Median Income$34,464
Per Capita$20,052
Unemployment10.1%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$834M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden45.0%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking14.2%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation499 ft (152 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.1%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute36 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is Willow Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Willow Hill receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Willow Hill has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Willow Hill is $34,464, 54% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Willow Hill is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Willow Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Willow Hill has a population of 266 with a density of 256 people per square mile. The median age is 27.6 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%).

Population

266
Total Population
256
People / sq mi
27.6yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Willow Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.4%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.6%
73% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Willow Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Willow Hill is $34,464, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Willow Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,464
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,052
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$63,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.1%
181% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)392
County GDP$834M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare56
Retail60
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.5 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Willow Hill is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.7%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,850
39% above US avg
Effective Rate8.82%
In Willow Hill, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.2% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Willow Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.2%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death10,994/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access64.2%
Healthcare Facilities56
Willow Hill has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 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) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation499 ft (152 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates38.9958°N, 88.0218°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17159
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.5-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 22.6%

Winner: Republican by 53.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.1%
94% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density256/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.5 min
Drive Alone72.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

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