Carbondale

IL

Jackson County, Illinois

Population 53K |Median income $48,763 |2 hospitals

Population
53,064
Jackson County
Median Income
$48,763
-28% vs avg
Median Home Value
$137,300
-40% vs avg
Median Age
32.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
53K-12%
Median Income
$48,763+46%
Median Home Value
$137,300+36%
Poverty Rate
21%-31%
Unemployment
7.5%-23%

Economics

Median Rent
$782/mo
Poverty Rate
21% +48% vs avg
Unemployment 7.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 36.3%
Work From Home 10.8%
Public Transit 0.7%

Population

White 72.8%
African American 14%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.2%
Asian 3.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
39.8%
Short Sleep Duration
38.1%
High Blood Pressure
33.6%
Physical Inactivity
24.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.8%
Binge Drinking
17.7%
Current Smoking
13.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.3%
Diabetes
11.6%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.7%
Dental Visit 56.2%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.5%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
MEMORIAL HOSPITAL OF CARBONDALE
CARBONDALE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Carbondale Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Carbondale, IL? ▼
Carbondale, IL has a population of 53,064 people, located in Jackson County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Carbondale? ▼
The median household income in Carbondale, IL is $48,763 per year. The poverty rate is 21%.
What is the median home value in Carbondale? ▼
The median home value in Carbondale, IL is $137,300. Median rent is $782/month.
What are the top health concerns in Carbondale? ▼
The top health indicators in Carbondale include Obesity (39.8%), Short Sleep Duration (38.1%), High Blood Pressure (33.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Carbondale? ▼
Carbondale has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Carbondale? ▼
The median age in Carbondale, IL is 32.4 years. 36.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Carbondale, IL is located in Jackson County, Illinois. With a population of 53K and a median household income of $48,763, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Carbondale area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jackson County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.