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Woodland, IL

Illinois

Woodland is a small town in Illinois with a population of 333. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
333 Population 680/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $22,775 per capita
$91,000 Home Value
$928 Median Rent 26.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,000 home value, $928/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $928
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population333
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density680/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$22,775
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,000
Rent$928
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units130
Rent Burden26.5%

Health

Obesity41.1%
Uninsured9.3%
Smoking18.7%
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation638 ft (194 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+90.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute28 min
Broadband74.8%
Libraries9

Is Woodland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodland receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Woodland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodland is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodland is $91,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $928 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodland has a population of 333 with a density of 680 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

333
Total Population
680
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Woodland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodland is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Woodland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,775
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodland is $91,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $928 (20% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$928
20% below US avg
Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.6%
Housing Units130
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate5.01%
In Woodland, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 25.4% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured9.3%
8% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Woodland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.4 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) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.4 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall17.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density680/sq mi
Coordinates40.7151°N, 87.7311°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 74.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+90.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density680/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access74.8%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone90.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

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