Mattoon

IL

Coles County, Illinois

Population 47K |Median income $56,478 |1 hospital

Population
46,777
Coles County
Median Income
$56,478
-17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$127,400
-44% vs avg
Median Age
37.5
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
47K-13%
Median Income
$56,478+52%
Median Home Value
$127,400+41%
Poverty Rate
18.7%-15%
Unemployment
6.1%-51%

Economics

Median Rent
$780/mo
Poverty Rate
18.7% +32% vs avg
Unemployment 6.1%
Bachelor's Degree+ 26.9%
Work From Home 7.2%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 89.7%
African American 3.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.5%
Asian 1.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
37.7%
Short Sleep Duration
37.2%
High Blood Pressure
34%
Physical Inactivity
24.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.7%
Binge Drinking
18.3%
Current Smoking
14.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.8%
Diabetes
11.4%
Current Asthma
10.8%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 77.1%
Dental Visit 59.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.2%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.9%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
2/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
SARAH BUSH LINCOLN HEALTH CENTER
MATTOON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Mattoon 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 Mattoon, IL? ▼
Mattoon, IL has a population of 46,777 people, located in Coles County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Mattoon? ▼
The median household income in Mattoon, IL is $56,478 per year. The poverty rate is 18.7%.
What is the median home value in Mattoon? ▼
The median home value in Mattoon, IL is $127,400. Median rent is $780/month.
What are the top health concerns in Mattoon? ▼
The top health indicators in Mattoon include Obesity (37.7%), Short Sleep Duration (37.2%), High Blood Pressure (34%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Mattoon? ▼
Mattoon has 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Mattoon? ▼
The median age in Mattoon, IL is 37.5 years. 26.9% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Mattoon, IL is located in Coles County, Illinois. With a population of 47K and a median household income of $56,478, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 2/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Mattoon 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 (Coles 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.