Dixon

IL

Lee County, Illinois

Population 34K |Median income $70,292 |1 hospital

Population
33,869
Lee County
Median Income
$70,292
+3% vs avg
Median Home Value
$154,600
-32% vs avg
Median Age
43.1
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
34K-5%
Median Income
$70,292+40%
Median Home Value
$154,600+38%
Poverty Rate
11.8%+10%
Unemployment
5.2%-40%

Economics

Median Rent
$894/mo
Poverty Rate
11.8% -17% vs avg
Unemployment 5.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 19.4%
Work From Home 5.5%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 85.8%
African American 5.3%
Asian 0.7%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.6%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
38.9%
High Blood Pressure
38%
Short Sleep Duration
37.7%
Physical Inactivity
25.6%
Binge Drinking
17.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.6%
Current Smoking
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.2%
Diabetes
12.8%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.6%
Dental Visit 60.3%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
9.1%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.6%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
OSF SAINT KATHARINE MEDICAL CENTER
DIXON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Dixon 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 Dixon, IL? ▼
Dixon, IL has a population of 33,869 people, located in Lee County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Dixon? ▼
The median household income in Dixon, IL is $70,292 per year. The poverty rate is 11.8%.
What is the median home value in Dixon? ▼
The median home value in Dixon, IL is $154,600. Median rent is $894/month.
What are the top health concerns in Dixon? ▼
The top health indicators in Dixon include Obesity (38.9%), High Blood Pressure (38%), Short Sleep Duration (37.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Dixon? ▼
Dixon has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Dixon? ▼
The median age in Dixon, IL is 43.1 years. 19.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Dixon, IL is located in Lee County, Illinois. With a population of 34K and a median household income of $70,292, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Dixon 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 (Lee 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.