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Wilsonville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Wilsonville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 492. Residents earn $49,038 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
492 Population 513/sq mi density
$49,038 Median Income $27,270 per capita
$86,000 Home Value
$878 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$49,038 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,000 home value, $878/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,038
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $878
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population492
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density513/mi²
Male / Female67% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,038
Per Capita$27,270
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$1,525M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,000
Rent$878
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units258
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity35.4%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.5%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation641 ft (195 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute37 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries9

Is Wilsonville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilsonville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Wilsonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilsonville is $49,038, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilsonville is $86,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $878 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilsonville 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.

Wilsonville has a population of 492 with a density of 513 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

492
Total Population
513
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.5%
Female 33.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilsonville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilsonville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilsonville is $49,038, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Wilsonville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,038
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,270
Avg Weekly Wage$898
IRS Avg AGI$67,326

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% 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
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilsonville is $86,000, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $878 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,000
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$878
25% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,826
9% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Wilsonville, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,037
Dentists1:2,950
Mental Health1:1,158
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death9,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access78.1%
Healthcare Facilities78
Wilsonville 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

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density513/sq mi
Coordinates39.0690°N, 89.8551°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.2-point margin. 84.8% 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+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density513/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities78
Restaurants88
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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