The United States Department of Agriculture has rated the natural amenities of this region. On a scale of one to seven, Lee county is rated a 2. The average temperature during the month of June is 74.2℉ and the average temperature in January is 22.0℉. The typical humidity of this area is approximately 60% and the area covered by water is 0.54%. The overall influence score for Lee is 7.
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Lee County, Illinois is located in the northwestern corner of the state and has a population of 34,559 according to the 2020 census. The median household income is $53,513 and the median age is 42.1.
Lee County is predominantly White (92.7%) with small percentages of Black (2.9%), Hispanic (2.1%), and Asian (1.6%) populations. The county is made up of mostly rural areas with a few small towns and villages scattered throughout. The majority of residents are employed in agriculture, manufacturing, and retail trade.
The cost of living in Lee County is slightly lower than the national average, with housing costs being particularly low. The median home value in Lee County is $109,000, which is much lower than the national average of $231,200. The majority of homes are single-family dwellings and most are owner-occupied.
The area offers a variety of outdoor recreation opportunities such as fishing, hunting, camping, hiking, and biking. The county also offers a variety of cultural and historical attractions such as museums, galleries, and historic sites.
Illinois State Office USDA Rural DevelopmentFeatured Property from USDA Loan Eligible Regions of Illinois
2118 West Park Court, Suite A
Champaign, IL 61821
TEL: 217-403-6200
TTY: 217-403-6240