Woodlawn, IL

Illinois

Woodlawn is a small town in Illinois with a population of 646. Residents earn $70,455 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
646 Population 760/sq mi density
$70,455 Median Income $35,187 per capita
$130,500 Home Value
$905 Median Rent 17.1% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$70,455 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,500 home value, $905/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,455
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,500
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $905
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.8%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

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

People

Population646
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density760/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$70,455
Per Capita$35,187
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,500
Rent$905
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units264
Rent Burden17.1%

Health

Obesity37.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.0%
Depression25.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation493 ft (150 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+9.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute22 min
Broadband88.4%
Libraries2

Is Woodlawn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodlawn receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Woodlawn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodlawn is $70,455, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodlawn is $130,500, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodlawn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodlawn has a population of 646 with a density of 760 people per square mile. The median age is 37.8 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 6.7% Hispanic.

Population

646
Total Population
760
People / sq mi
37.8yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.8%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.2%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodlawn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodlawn is $70,455, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Woodlawn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,455
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,187
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodlawn is $130,500, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,500
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$905
22% below US avg
Rent Burden17.1%

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%
Housing Units264
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate3.80%
In Woodlawn, 37.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.0% are current smokers. 25.5% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.8%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression25.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25
Woodlawn has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation493 ft (150 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density760/sq mi
Coordinates38.3283°N, 89.0345°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+9.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density760/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home2.7%

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