Effingham

IL

Effingham County, Illinois

Population 35K |Median income $80,404 |1 hospital

Population
34,522
Effingham County
Median Income
$80,404
+18% vs avg
Median Home Value
$189,500
-17% vs avg
Median Age
40
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
35K+1%
Median Income
$80,404+54%
Median Home Value
$189,500+64%
Poverty Rate
10.1%+11%
Unemployment
2.1%-64%

Economics

Median Rent
$733/mo
Poverty Rate
10.1% -29% vs avg
Unemployment 2.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.9%
Work From Home 11.8%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 95.8%
Asian 0.9%
African American 0.3%
Two or More Ethnicities 0.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
35.2%
Obesity
34.3%
Short Sleep Duration
34.2%
Physical Inactivity
22.8%
Binge Drinking
18.8%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Current Smoking
14.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.2%
Diabetes
11.3%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.9%
Annual Checkup 77.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.8%
Stroke
3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
ST ANTHONYS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
EFFINGHAM · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Effingham 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 Effingham, IL? ▼
Effingham, IL has a population of 34,522 people, located in Effingham County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Effingham? ▼
The median household income in Effingham, IL is $80,404 per year. The poverty rate is 10.1%.
What is the median home value in Effingham? ▼
The median home value in Effingham, IL is $189,500. Median rent is $733/month.
What are the top health concerns in Effingham? ▼
The top health indicators in Effingham include High Blood Pressure (35.2%), Obesity (34.3%), Short Sleep Duration (34.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Effingham? ▼
Effingham has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Effingham? ▼
The median age in Effingham, IL is 40 years. 26.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Effingham, IL is located in Effingham County, Illinois. With a population of 35K and a median household income of $80,404, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Effingham 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 (Effingham 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.