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Wilton Center, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Wilton Center is a small town in Illinois with a population of 141. Residents earn $93,571 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
141 Population 256/sq mi density
$93,571 Median Income $32,176 per capita
$268,400 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$93,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$268,400 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,571
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $268,400
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age61.5 yrs
Density256/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$93,571
Per Capita$32,176
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$50,333M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$268,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units53
Rent Burden30.4%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking12.2%
Depression22.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation685 ft (209 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute38 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries24

Is Wilton Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilton Center receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Wilton Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilton Center is $93,571, 25% 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%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilton Center is $268,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.0% 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

Wilton Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wilton Center has a population of 141 with a density of 256 people per square mile. The median age is 61.5 years, 58% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

141
Total Population
256
People / sq mi
61.5yrs
Median Age
58% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilton Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Wilton Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilton Center is $93,571, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Wilton Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,571
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,176
Avg Weekly Wage$1,165
IRS Avg AGI$93,451

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)15,924
County GDP$50,333M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,360
Healthcare1,994
Retail1,683
Manufacturing594

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,020
158% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilton Center is $268,400, 5% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$268,400
5% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.4%

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 Units53
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,020
158% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Wilton Center, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 22.0% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Wilton Center vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.7%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.3%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression22.0%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.2%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,849
Dentists1:1,667
Mental Health1:514
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits66.3%
Premature Death6,358/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.5%
Healthcare Facilities1,994
Wilton Center has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation685 ft (209 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density256/sq mi
Coordinates41.3517°N, 87.9567°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17197
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.6-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.5%
D 50.1%

Winner: Democrat by 1.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density256/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries24
Healthcare Facilities1,994
Restaurants1,360
Retail Stores1,683

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)59

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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