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Woodson, IL

Illinois

Woodson is a small town in Illinois with a population of 592. Residents earn $85,469 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
592 Population 1,518/sq mi density
$85,469 Median Income $36,844 per capita
$125,800 Home Value $126,869 Zillow
$908 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,469 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,800 home value, $908/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,469
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $125,800
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $908
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density1,518/mi²
Male / Female53% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans17.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,469
Per Capita$36,844
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$2,062M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,800
Rent$908
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,869
Housing Units250
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity37.9%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.9%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+97.9%
Graduate+10.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Broadband96.2%
Libraries3

Is Woodson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Woodson receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Woodson stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Woodson is $85,469, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Woodson is $125,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $908 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Woodson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Woodson has a population of 592 with a density of 1,518 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

592
Total Population
1,518
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.5%
Female 47.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Woodson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Woodson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Woodson is $85,469, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Woodson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,469
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,844
Avg Weekly Wage$1,023
IRS Avg AGI$67,102

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)714
County GDP$2,062M

Business (County)

Restaurants90
Healthcare97
Retail127
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,007
43% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Woodson is $125,800, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $908 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,869.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,800
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,869

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$908
22% 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-Occupied94.5%
Housing Units250
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,007
43% above US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Woodson, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep38.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death8,190/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access72.8%
Healthcare Facilities97
Woodson has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,518/sq mi
Coordinates39.6274°N, 90.2256°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.6%
D 33.1%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+97.9%
Graduate Degree+10.8%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,518/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants90
Retail Stores127

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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