Jasper County
IL · Pop. 9,233 · Rural County
Jasper County, Illinois covers 495 square miles with a population of 9,233 and a density of 18.7 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated strong, built on soybeans, corn, wheat. The median home price is $123,000, with an effective property tax rate of 1.9%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 6b with a 183-day growing season, average summer highs of 86.3°F and average winter lows of 23.5°F. Annual rainfall averages 44.1 inches, and with drought risk rated very high, water storage and irrigation planning matter. Richland Memorial Hospital Inc is 19 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 88.4% of homes. On the hazard side, drought risk is very high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A median home price of $123,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- A strong agricultural economy built on soybeans, corn, wheat means local markets, equipment, and know-how are in place.
- At 18.7 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
- A low unemployment rate of 3.6% reflects a stable local job base.
- A low poverty rate of 8.7% signals a relatively stable local economy.
Cons
- Drought risk is very high, making water storage and irrigation infrastructure essential rather than optional.
- An effective property tax rate of 1.9% is on the higher side and adds to annual carrying costs.
- The nearest hospital, Richland Memorial Hospital Inc, is 19 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
At a glance
Jasper County, IL is a mixed homesteading prospect — weigh the tradeoffs.
- Homestead score
- 49/100
- Median home price
- $123k
- Property tax
- 1.9%
- Growing season
- 183 days (zone 6b)
- Annual rainfall
- 44.1"
- Broadband
- 88.4%
- Nearest hospital
- Richland Memorial Hospital Inc, 19 mi
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Homesteading in Jasper County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Jasper County?
- Jasper County is in USDA hardiness zone 6b with a 183-day growing season, average summer highs of 86.3°F, and average winter lows of 23.5°F. The established crops are soybeans, corn, wheat.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $123,000 and the effective property tax rate is 1.9%. Per-acre raw-land prices vary widely by parcel here, so check active listings for current rates.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 88.4% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Richland Memorial Hospital Inc is 19 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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