Winslow, IL

Illinois

Winslow is a small town in Illinois with a population of 376. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
376 Population 817/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $27,343 per capita
$100,000 Home Value
$882 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$100,000 home value, $882/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $100,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $882
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.9%
125% higher than US avg

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

People

Population376
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density817/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 65%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$27,343
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty27.9%
County GDP$2,485M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$100,000
Rent$882
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units163
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.6%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation782 ft (238 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+95.8%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute23 min
Broadband87.1%
Libraries3

Is Winslow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winslow receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Winslow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winslow is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.9% 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 Winslow is $100,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $882 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

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Winslow experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 35.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Winslow has a population of 376 with a density of 817 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (64.6%).

Population

376
Total Population
817
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Winslow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.8%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.2%
61% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winslow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winslow is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 27.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Winslow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,343
Avg Weekly Wage$1,076
IRS Avg AGI$63,398

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate27.9%
125% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,019
County GDP$2,485M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare99
Retail137
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,642
61% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Winslow is $100,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $882 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$100,000
65% below US avg
Median List Price$204,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$204,900
$/Sq Ft$67
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$882
24% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.6%
Housing Units163
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,642
61% above US avg
Effective Rate5.64%
In Winslow, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.6% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.4%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.6%
3% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death9,373/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access70.5%
Healthcare Facilities99
Winslow has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.7 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall35.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation782 ft (238 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density817/sq mi
Coordinates42.4930°N, 89.7949°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.4-point margin. 87.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.9%
D 39.5%

Winner: Republican by 19.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+95.8%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density817/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.1%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants91
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.5%

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