Windsor, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Windsor is a small town in Illinois with a population of 982. Residents earn $55,455 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
982 Population 2,232/sq mi density
$55,455 Median Income $26,280 per capita
$97,200 Home Value $154,251 Zillow
$738 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$55,455 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,200 home value, $738/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,455
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population982
Median Age41.9 yrs
Density2,232/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,455
Per Capita$26,280
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$590M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,200
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,251
Rent Burden30.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Elevation802 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.3%
Libraries4

Is Windsor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Windsor receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Windsor offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Windsor is $55,455, 26% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.3% 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 Windsor is $97,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 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

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Windsor has a population of 982 with a density of 2,232 people per square mile. The median age is 41.9 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

982
Total Population
2,232
People / sq mi
41.9yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.1%
Female 52.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Windsor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Windsor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Windsor is $55,455, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Windsor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,455
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,280
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Windsor is $97,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,251.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,251

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate5.07%
In Windsor, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Windsor has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation802 ft (244 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density2,232/sq mi
Coordinates41.2018°N, 90.4443°W
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 90.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,232/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.3%
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Drive Alone87.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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