Pontiac

IL

Livingston County, Illinois

Population 36K |Median income $73,790 |1 hospital

Population
35,565
Livingston County
Median Income
$73,790
+9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$142,200
-38% vs avg
Median Age
41.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
36K-8%
Median Income
$73,790+35%
Median Home Value
$142,200+29%
Poverty Rate
10.5%+2%
Unemployment
3.5%-55%

Economics

Median Rent
$880/mo
Poverty Rate
10.5% -26% vs avg
Unemployment 3.5%
Bachelor's Degree+ 19%
Work From Home 7%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 89.1%
African American 3.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 1%
Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
36.6%
Short Sleep Duration
36%
Obesity
35.9%
Physical Inactivity
25.4%
Binge Drinking
17.9%
Frequent Mental Distress
17.2%
Current Smoking
15.3%
Frequent Physical Distress
14.2%
Diabetes
12.2%
Current Asthma
10.5%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 61.5%
Annual Checkup 77.9%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.8%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.3%
Stroke
3.8%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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0
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0
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1
★★
0
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0
Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
0
SAINT JAMES HOSPITAL
PONTIAC · Acute Care Hospitals
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Pontiac 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 Pontiac, IL? ▼
Pontiac, IL has a population of 35,565 people, located in Livingston County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Pontiac? ▼
The median household income in Pontiac, IL is $73,790 per year. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
What is the median home value in Pontiac? ▼
The median home value in Pontiac, IL is $142,200. Median rent is $880/month.
What are the top health concerns in Pontiac? ▼
The top health indicators in Pontiac include High Blood Pressure (36.6%), Short Sleep Duration (36%), Obesity (35.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Pontiac? ▼
Pontiac has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Pontiac? ▼
The median age in Pontiac, IL is 41.8 years. 19% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Pontiac, IL is located in Livingston County, Illinois. With a population of 36K and a median household income of $73,790, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Pontiac 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 (Livingston 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.