Living in Paloma, Illinois

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Paloma · Census data 2020–2024

Paloma has 161 residents with a median age of 4.6. .

Paloma is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Paloma at a glance

Population
161
Median age
4.6State: 39
Homeowners
28.1%
Bachelor's degree or higher
0%

Is Paloma a good place to live?

Cons: Unemployment of 75%.

The weather is best in May–June and August–September.

Housing in Paloma: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
32
Owner-occupied
28.1%
Renter-occupied
71.9%
Vacant
0%Includes seasonal homes
Average household size
5.03

Paloma demographics

Population
161
Median age
4.6
Under 18
58.4%
65 and older
0%
Households
32
Foreign-born
0%
Veterans
0%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White100%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian0%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Paloma ›

Education in Paloma

0% of adults 25 and older in Paloma have a bachelor's degree or higher (Illinois: 37.8%), and 0% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Paloma0%
Illinois37.8%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Paloma

Unemployment rate
75%State: 5.8%
Average commute
—State: 28 min
Work from home
0%
Drive alone
100%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
100%

Paloma vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Paloma161———
Coatsburg209$63,750$81,700$1,047
Columbus106$75,000$111,400$825
Mendon1,167$65,781$111,600$667
Camp Point1,230$62,188$127,800$730
Burton149$108,125$138,500—
Loraine341$58,750$83,600$673
Ursa726$64,375$161,900$823
Liberty409$78,977$137,500—

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Living in Paloma: FAQ

Is Paloma, IL a good place to live?

Minuses: unemployment of 75%.

What is the median age in Paloma?

The median age in Paloma is 4.6 years (Illinois: 39).

What is the unemployment rate in Paloma?

The unemployment rate in Paloma is 75% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Paloma?

0% of adults in Paloma have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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