Forest City, IL

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Forest City Overview

204
TOTAL POPULATION
100
MALE POPULATION
104
FEMALE POPULATION
96.15
MALES / 100 FEMALES
104.00
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.4
MEDIAN AGE
3.0
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$27,103
PER CAPITA INCOME
$65,417
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$53,750
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$3,308
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.34
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
80
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
52.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
6.3%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Forest City Zip Codes

Forest City Area Codes

Race in Forest City

The most populous races in Forest City are White / Caucasian (191 | 93.6%), Two or more Races (13 | 6.4%), and Hispanic or Latino (5 | 2.5%).
Race in Forest City
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American00.0%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino52.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian19193.6%
Two or more Races136.4%
Some other Race00.0%
Total204100.0%

Ancestry in Forest City

The most populous ancestries reported in Forest City are German (64 | 31.4%), Irish (19 | 9.3%), American (17 | 8.3%), English (8 | 3.9%), and Italian (5 | 2.5%), together accounting for 55.4% of all Forest City residents.
Ancestry in Forest City
Ancestry# Population% Population
American178.3%
Cherokee10.5%
English83.9%
French31.5%
French Canadian21.0%
German6431.4%
Irish199.3%
Italian52.5%
Mexican52.5%
Portuguese21.0%
Scandinavian42.0%
Scotch-Irish42.0%
Swedish21.0%
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Immigrants in Forest City

Immigrants in Forest City
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
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Sex and Age in Forest City

Sex and Age in Forest City

The most populous age groups in Forest City are 15 to 19 Years (10 | 10.0%) for men and 5 to 9 Years (13 | 12.5%) for women.
Sex and Age in Forest City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (2.0%)8 (7.7%)
5 to 9 Years5 (5.0%)13 (12.5%)
10 to 14 Years5 (5.0%)10 (9.6%)
15 to 19 Years10 (10.0%)1 (1.0%)
20 to 24 Years8 (8.0%)2 (1.9%)
25 to 29 Years2 (2.0%)3 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Years8 (8.0%)9 (8.6%)
35 to 39 Years10 (10.0%)9 (8.6%)
40 to 44 Years2 (2.0%)2 (1.9%)
45 to 49 Years2 (2.0%)8 (7.7%)
50 to 54 Years10 (10.0%)4 (3.8%)
55 to 59 Years3 (3.0%)6 (5.8%)
60 to 64 Years8 (8.0%)9 (8.6%)
65 to 69 Years7 (7.0%)1 (1.0%)
70 to 74 Years10 (10.0%)9 (8.6%)
75 to 79 Years4 (4.0%)6 (5.8%)
80 to 84 Years4 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
85 Years and over0 (0.0%)4 (3.8%)
Total100 (100.0%)104 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Forest City

Median Family Size in Forest City

The median family size in Forest City is 2.98 persons per family, with married-couple families (38 | 71.7%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.32 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (9 | 17.0%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.11 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Forest City
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple38 (71.7%)3.32
Single Male/Father6 (11.3%)2.17
Single Female/Mother9 (17.0%)2.11
Total Families53 (100.0%)2.98

Median Household Size in Forest City

The median household size in Forest City is 2.37 persons per household, with married-couple households (38 | 44.2%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.32 persons per household. non-family households (33 | 38.4%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.27 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Forest City
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple38 (44.2%)3.32
Single Male/Father6 (7.0%)2.83
Single Female/Mother9 (10.5%)2.11
Non-family33 (38.4%)1.27
Total Households86 (100.0%)2.37

Household Size by Marriage Status in Forest City

Out of a total of 86 households in Forest City, 53 (61.6%) are family households, while 33 (38.4%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 23, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 24.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Forest City
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-24 (27.9%)
2-Person Households23 (26.7%)9 (10.5%)
3-Person Households20 (23.3%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households1 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households9 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total53 (61.6%)33 (38.4%)

Female Fertility in Forest City

Fertility by Age in Forest City

Female Fertility by Age in Forest City
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forest City

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Forest City
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Forest City

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Forest City
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total0 (0.0%)0.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forest City

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Forest City
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Forest City

Income Overview in Forest City

Per Capita Income in Forest City is $27,103, while median incomes of families and households are $65,417 and $53,750 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income204$27,103
Median Family Income53$65,417
Mean Family Income53$62,585
Median Household Income86$53,750
Mean Household Income86$63,778
Income Deficit53$3,308
Wage / Income Gap (%)20443.24%
Wage / Income Gap ($)20456.76¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2040.34

Earnings by Sex in Forest City

Average Earnings in Forest City are $35,000, $46,250 for men and $26,250 for women, a difference of 43.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Forest City
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male48 (61.5%)$46,250
Female30 (38.5%)$26,250
Total78 (100.0%)$35,000

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forest City

The most common earnings brackets in Forest City are $75,000 to $99,999 for men (10 | 20.8%) and $20,000 to $22,499 for women (6 | 20.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Forest City
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less2 (4.2%)1 (3.3%)
$2,500 to $4,9991 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$5,000 to $7,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$7,500 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $12,4992 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$12,500 to $14,9993 (6.2%)3 (10.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)2 (6.7%)
$17,500 to $19,9992 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4990 (0.0%)6 (20.0%)
$22,500 to $24,9990 (0.0%)3 (10.0%)
$25,000 to $29,9992 (4.2%)2 (6.7%)
$30,000 to $34,9997 (14.6%)3 (10.0%)
$35,000 to $39,9991 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$45,000 to $49,9998 (16.7%)1 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $54,9993 (6.2%)0 (0.0%)
$55,000 to $64,9992 (4.2%)4 (13.3%)
$65,000 to $74,9994 (8.3%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99910 (20.8%)5 (16.7%)
$100,000+1 (2.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total48 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forest City

Average earnings in Forest City are $53,333 for men and $29,375 for women, a difference of 44.9%. Men with an educational attainment of high school diploma enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $71,875, while those with college or associate's degree education earn the least with $45,938. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $63,750, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $21,250.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Forest City
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$71,875$22,250
College or Associate's Degree$45,938$21,250
Bachelor's Degree--
Graduate Degree--
Total$53,333$29,375

Family Income in Forest City

Family Income Brackets in Forest City

According to the Forest City family income data, there are 20 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 37.7% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Forest City
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,99947.5%
$15,000 to $24,99947.5%
$25,000 to $34,99947.5%
$35,000 to $49,9991120.8%
$50,000 to $74,999713.2%
$75,000 to $99,9992037.7%
$100,000 to $149,99923.8%
$150,000 to $199,99900.0%
$200,000+11.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forest City

3-person families (16 | 30.2%) account for the highest median family income in Forest City with $75,417 per family, while 2-person families (27 | 50.9%) have the highest median income of $35,625 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Forest City
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families27 (50.9%)$71,250
3-Person Families16 (30.2%)$75,417
4-Person Families1 (1.9%)$0
5-Person Families9 (17.0%)$35,417
6-Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total53 (100.0%)$65,417

Family Income by Number of Earners in Forest City

Family Income by Number of Earners in Forest City
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners14 (26.4%)$56,250
1 Earner27 (50.9%)$66,250
2 Earners10 (18.9%)$0
3+ Earners2 (3.8%)$0
Total53 (100.0%)$65,417

Household Income in Forest City

Household Income Brackets in Forest City

With 25 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Forest City, accounting for 29.1% of all households. In contrast, only 1 households (1.2%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Forest City
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00033.5%
$10,000 to $14,99944.7%
$15,000 to $24,99967.0%
$25,000 to $34,99955.8%
$35,000 to $49,9992023.3%
$50,000 to $74,9991618.6%
$75,000 to $99,9992529.1%
$100,000 to $149,99922.3%
$150,000 to $199,99944.7%
$200,000+11.2%

Household Income by Householder Age in Forest City

The median household income in Forest City is $53,750, with the highest median household income of $66,250 found in the 25 to 44 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 19 households (22.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $0, with 6 households (7.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Forest City
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years6 (7.0%)$0
25 to 44 Years19 (22.1%)$66,250
45 to 64 Years33 (38.4%)$45,250
65+ Years28 (32.6%)$57,500
Total86 (100.0%)$53,750

Poverty in Forest City

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest City

With 12.0% poverty level for males and 31.7% for females among the residents of Forest City, under 5 year old males and under 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 2 males (100.0%) and 8 females (100.0%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years2 (100.0%)8 (100.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years2 (25.0%)3 (20.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)4 (50.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Years3 (30.0%)4 (33.3%)
35 to 44 Years3 (25.0%)5 (45.5%)
45 to 54 Years2 (16.7%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)7 (46.7%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)
Total12 (12.0%)33 (31.7%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest City

According to the poverty statistics in Forest City, males aged 12 to 14 years and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Forest City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years6 (75.0%)12 (80.0%)
12 to 14 Years2 (100.0%)4 (50.0%)
15 Years8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years1 (100.0%)1 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years9 (100.0%)2 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years7 (70.0%)8 (66.7%)
35 to 44 Years9 (75.0%)6 (54.5%)
45 to 54 Years10 (83.3%)12 (100.0%)
55 to 64 Years11 (100.0%)8 (53.3%)
65 to 74 Years17 (100.0%)10 (100.0%)
75 Years and over8 (100.0%)8 (80.0%)
Total88 (88.0%)71 (68.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forest City

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Forest City show that 15.8% or 6 of the total 38 families live below the poverty line. Families with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate of 44.4%, comprising of 4 families. On the other hand, families with no children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Forest City
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children8 (80.0%)2 (20.0%)
3 or 4 Children5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total32 (84.2%)6 (15.8%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forest City

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Forest City
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (57.1%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)6 (66.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Forest City

The poverty data for Forest City shows that 6 of the married-couple family households (15.8%) and 6 of the single-parent households (40.0%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 3 or 4 children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 households (44.4%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 4 household (44.4%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Forest City
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children0 (0.0%)4 (44.4%)
1 or 2 Children2 (20.0%)2 (33.3%)
3 or 4 Children4 (44.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total6 (15.8%)6 (40.0%)

Employment Characteristics in Forest City

Employment by Class of Employer in Forest City

Among the 71 employed individuals in Forest City, private company employees (64 | 90.1%), state government employees (5 | 7.0%), and local government employees (2 | 2.8%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Forest City
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees6490.1%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)00.0%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)00.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations00.0%
Local Government Employees22.8%
State Government Employees57.0%
Federal Government Employees00.0%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total71100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Forest City

According to the labor force statistics for Forest City, out of the total population over 16 years of age (153), 52.3% or 80 individuals are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 5 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 16 to 19 years, with 100.0% or 3 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 33.3% or 1 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Forest City
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years3 (100.0%)1 (33.3%)
20 to 24 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years5 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years13 (76.5%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years16 (69.6%)2 (12.5%)
45 to 54 Years18 (75.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years6 (66.7%)2 (33.3%)
60 to 64 Years7 (41.2%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years2 (7.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total80 (52.3%)5 (6.3%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forest City

According to labor force statistics for Forest City, 68.4% of individuals (65) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (95) are in the labor force, with 6.2% or 4 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 92.9% or 13 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 11.4% or 4 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Forest City
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School1 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma35 (71.4%)6 (11.4%)
College / Associate Degree16 (88.9%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher13 (92.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total65 (68.4%)6 (6.2%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Forest City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forest City are Health Diagnosing & Treating (10 | 13.3%), Health Technologists (9 | 12.0%), Community & Social Service (6 | 8.0%), and Education Instruction & Library (6 | 8.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Forest City

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Forest City, the most male-oriented occupations are Community & Social Service (16.7%), Education Instruction & Library (16.7%), and Health Technologists (11.1%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Health Diagnosing & Treating (90.0%), Health Technologists (88.9%), and Community & Social Service (83.3%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Forest City
OccupationMaleFemale
Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Business & Financial0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library1 (16.7%)5 (83.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating1 (10.0%)9 (90.0%)
Health Technologists1 (11.1%)8 (88.9%)
Total (Category)2 (12.5%)14 (87.5%)
Total (Overall)46 (61.3%)29 (38.7%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Forest City are Healthcare Support (7 | 9.3%), Food Preparation & Serving (3 | 4.0%), Security & Protection (2 | 2.7%), and Firefighting & Prevention (2 | 2.7%).
Services Occupations in Forest City

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Forest City, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (33.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (100.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.7%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Forest City
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Security & Protection2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Cleaning & Maintenance0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)3 (25.0%)9 (75.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (61.3%)29 (38.7%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Forest City are Sales & Related (8 | 10.7%), and Office & Administration (2 | 2.7%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Forest City

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Forest City
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related4 (50.0%)4 (50.0%)
Office & Administration2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (61.3%)29 (38.7%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Forest City are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (13 | 17.3%), Construction & Extraction (7 | 9.3%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (3 | 4.0%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Forest City

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Forest City
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)23 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)46 (61.3%)29 (38.7%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Forest City are Transportation (8 | 10.7%), Material Moving (5 | 6.7%), and Production (1 | 1.3%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Forest City

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Forest City
OccupationMaleFemale
Production1 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Transportation8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving3 (60.0%)2 (40.0%)
Total (Category)12 (85.7%)2 (14.3%)
Total (Overall)46 (61.3%)29 (38.7%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Forest City

Employment Industries in Forest City

The major employment industries in Forest City include Retail Trade (15 | 20.0%), Health Care & Social Assistance (15 | 20.0%), Construction (12 | 16.0%), Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (4 | 5.3%), and Manufacturing (3 | 4.0%).
Employment Industries in Forest City

Employment Industries by Sex in Forest City

The Forest City industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Construction (100.0%), and Manufacturing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Wholesale Trade (100.0%), Enterprise Management (100.0%), and Educational Services (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Forest City
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Wholesale Trade0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
Retail Trade10 (66.7%)5 (33.3%)
Transportation & Warehousing2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)2 (100.0%)
Administrative & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Educational Services0 (0.0%)3 (100.0%)
Health Care & Social Assistance1 (6.7%)14 (93.3%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services1 (33.3%)2 (66.7%)
Public Administration2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total46 (61.3%)29 (38.7%)

Education in Forest City

School Enrollment in Forest City

The most common levels of schooling among the 56 students in Forest City are middle school (19 | 33.9%), elementary school (17 | 30.4%), and nursery / preschool (8 | 14.3%).
School Enrollment in Forest City
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool814.3%
Kindergarten11.8%
Elementary School1730.4%
Middle School1933.9%
High School610.7%
College / Undergraduate23.6%
Graduate / Professional35.4%
Total56100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forest City

Out of a total of 56 students who are enrolled in schools in Forest City, 13 (23.2%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 43 (76.8%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 4 (40.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 3 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Forest City
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds6 (75.0%)2 (25.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old14 (77.8%)4 (22.2%)
10 to 14 Year Olds12 (80.0%)3 (20.0%)
15 to 17 Year Olds6 (60.0%)4 (40.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over2 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total43 (76.8%)13 (23.2%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forest City

Science & technology (9 | 39.1%), physical & health sciences (4 | 17.4%), visual & performing arts (4 | 17.4%), bio, nature & agricultural (3 | 13.0%), and social sciences (1 | 4.3%) are the most common fields of study among 23 individuals in Forest City who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Forest City
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics00.0%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural313.0%
Physical & Health Sciences417.4%
Psychology00.0%
Social Sciences14.3%
Engineering00.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology939.1%
Business00.0%
Education14.3%
Literature & Languages14.3%
Liberal Arts & History00.0%
Visual & Performing Arts417.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities00.0%
Total23100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Forest City

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forest City

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Forest City are males with 2 vehicles (23, accounting for 54.8%) and females with 2 vehicles (14, making up 79.3%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Forest City
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle2 (4.8%)1 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle4 (9.5%)2 (6.9%)
2 Vehicles23 (54.8%)14 (48.3%)
3 Vehicles10 (23.8%)9 (31.0%)
4 Vehicles3 (7.1%)3 (10.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total42 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Forest City

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Forest City are 60 to 89 minutes (12 commuters, 18.5%), 10 to 14 minutes (10 commuters, 15.4%), and 45 to 59 minutes (10 commuters, 15.4%).
Commute Time in Forest City
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes69.2%
5 to 9 Minutes11.5%
10 to 14 Minutes1015.4%
15 to 19 Minutes69.2%
20 to 24 Minutes46.1%
25 to 29 Minutes57.7%
30 to 34 Minutes69.2%
35 to 39 Minutes11.5%
40 to 44 Minutes46.1%
45 to 59 Minutes1015.4%
60 to 89 Minutes1218.5%
90 or more Minutes00.0%

Commute Time by Sex in Forest City

The most common commute times in Forest City are 45 to 59 minutes (10 commuters, 25.6%) for males and 30 to 34 minutes (5 commuters, 19.2%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Forest City
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes6 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Minutes0 (0.0%)1 (3.8%)
10 to 14 Minutes7 (17.9%)3 (11.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes6 (15.4%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (15.4%)
25 to 29 Minutes1 (2.6%)4 (15.4%)
30 to 34 Minutes1 (2.6%)5 (19.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes1 (2.6%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes0 (0.0%)4 (15.4%)
45 to 59 Minutes10 (25.6%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 89 Minutes7 (17.9%)5 (19.2%)
90 or more Minutes0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forest City

The most frequent times of departure to work in Forest City are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (12, 30.8%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (6, 23.1%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Forest City
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM4 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM12 (30.8%)4 (15.4%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM0 (0.0%)5 (19.2%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM5 (12.8%)1 (3.8%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM7 (17.9%)6 (23.1%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM5 (12.8%)1 (3.8%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM0 (0.0%)6 (23.1%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM4 (10.3%)0 (0.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM2 (5.1%)3 (11.5%)
Total39 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Forest City

Occupancy by Ownership in Forest City

Of the total 86 dwellings in Forest City, owner-occupied units account for 57 (66.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 29 (33.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Forest City
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units5766.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units2933.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units86100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Forest City

Occupancy by Household Size in Forest City
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household2427.9%
2-Person Household3237.2%
3-Person Household2023.3%
4+ Person Household1011.6%
Total Housing Units86100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forest City

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Forest City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household20 (83.3%)4 (16.7%)
2-Person Household22 (68.8%)10 (31.2%)
3-Person Household10 (50.0%)10 (50.0%)
4+ Person Household5 (50.0%)5 (50.0%)
Total Housing Units57 (66.3%)29 (33.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forest City

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Forest City
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School8 (47.1%)9 (52.9%)
High School Diploma22 (61.1%)14 (38.9%)
College/Associate Degree20 (90.9%)2 (9.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher7 (63.6%)4 (36.4%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forest City

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Forest City
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1719.8%
35 to 44 Years89.3%
45 to 54 Years1315.1%
55 to 64 Years2023.3%
65 to 74 Years1618.6%
75 to 84 Years89.3%
85 Years and Over44.6%
Total86100.0%

Housing Finances in Forest City

Median Income by Occupancy in Forest City

Median Income by Occupancy in Forest City
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied57 (66.3%)$50,313
Renter-Occupied29 (33.7%)$76,458
Average86 (100.0%)$53,750

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forest City

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Forest City
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0002 (3.5%)1 (3.5%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,9992 (3.5%)2 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $19,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $24,9996 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9994 (7.0%)1 (3.5%)
$35,000 to $49,99914 (24.6%)6 (20.7%)
$50,000 to $74,99915 (26.3%)1 (3.5%)
$75,000 to $99,99911 (19.3%)14 (48.3%)
$100,000 to $149,9992 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$150,000 or more1 (1.8%)4 (13.8%)
Total57 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forest City

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Forest City
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $3002 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$300 to $49915 (26.3%)0 (0.0%)
$500 to $79911 (19.3%)4 (13.8%)
$800 to $99916 (28.1%)17 (58.6%)
$1,000 to $1,49911 (19.3%)3 (10.3%)
$1,500 to $1,9992 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,4990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Forest City

Housing Structures in Forest City

Housing Structures in Forest City
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached7688.4%
Single Unit, Attached11.2%
2 Unit Apartments00.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments00.0%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments00.0%
10 or more Apartments00.0%
Mobile Home / Other910.5%
Total86100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forest City

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Forest City
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached52 (68.4%)24 (31.6%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)1 (100.0%)
2 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mobile Home / Other5 (55.6%)4 (44.4%)
Total57 (66.3%)29 (33.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forest City

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Forest City
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms2 (3.5%)0 (0.0%)
4 or 5 Rooms18 (31.6%)18 (62.1%)
6 or 7 Rooms27 (47.4%)11 (37.9%)
8 or more Rooms10 (17.5%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forest City

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Forest City
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas44 (77.2%)18 (62.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas7 (12.3%)4 (13.8%)
Electricity6 (10.5%)7 (24.1%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total57 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Forest City

Household Vehicle Usage in Forest City
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)1 (3.5%)
1 Vehicle15 (26.3%)12 (41.4%)
2 Vehicles32 (56.1%)10 (34.5%)
3 or more Vehicles10 (17.5%)6 (20.7%)
Total57 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Forest City

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Forest City

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2829
Median Property Value$47,500$66,900
Median Household Income--
Monthly Housing Costs$450$0
Real Estate Taxes$975$5

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forest City

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Forest City
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00015 (53.6%)6 (20.7%)
$50,000 to $99,9995 (17.9%)13 (44.8%)
$100,000 to $299,9998 (28.6%)10 (34.5%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total28 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forest City

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Forest City
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,0002 (7.1%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,9996 (21.4%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $34,9991 (3.6%)2 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,9996 (21.4%)3 (10.3%)
$50,000 to $74,9996 (21.4%)8 (27.6%)
$75,000 to $99,9997 (25.0%)9 (31.0%)
$100,000 to $149,9990 (0.0%)4 (13.8%)
$150,000 or more0 (0.0%)2 (6.9%)
Total28 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forest City

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Forest City
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x16 (57.1%)50,938 (175,648.3%)
2.0x to 2.9x7 (25.0%)23 (79.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x2 (7.1%)4 (13.8%)
4.0x or more3 (10.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total28 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forest City

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Forest City
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80010 (35.7%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49913 (46.4%)3 (10.3%)
$800 to $1,4994 (14.3%)7 (24.1%)
Total28 (100.0%)29 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Forest City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest City

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest City
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years22 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 44 Years20 (87.0%)3 (13.0%)
45 to 54 Years24 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 64 Years22 (84.6%)4 (15.4%)
65 to 74 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total197 (96.6%)7 (3.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forest City

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Forest City
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen44 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forest City

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Forest City
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,00024 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$25,000 to $49,99965 (92.9%)5 (7.1%)
$50,000 to $74,99933 (94.3%)2 (5.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99954 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$100,000 and over21 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest City

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Forest City
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 610 (100.0%)2 (20.0%)
6 to 18 Years24 (54.5%)20 (45.5%)
19 to 25 Years0 (0.0%)10 (100.0%)
25 to 34 Years7 (31.8%)15 (68.2%)
35 to 44 Years9 (39.1%)11 (47.8%)
45 to 54 Years12 (50.0%)18 (75.0%)
55 to 64 Years10 (38.5%)14 (53.8%)
65 to 74 Years27 (100.0%)18 (66.7%)
75 Years and over18 (100.0%)16 (88.9%)
Total117 (57.4%)124 (60.8%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forest City

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Forest City
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (28.6%)
35 to 64 Years9 (25.7%)2 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years5 (29.4%)2 (20.0%)
75 Years and over5 (62.5%)6 (60.0%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Forest City

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Forest City: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years4 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (29.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over2 (25.0%)1 (10.0%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Forest City: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (8.6%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years5 (29.4%)1 (10.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Forest City: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years8 (22.9%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)2 (20.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Forest City: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)4 (28.6%)
35 to 64 Years1 (2.9%)2 (5.3%)
65 to 74 Years1 (5.9%)1 (10.0%)
75 Years and over3 (37.5%)6 (60.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Forest City: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over3 (37.5%)3 (30.0%)

Technology Access in Forest City

Computing Device Access in Forest City

Computing Device Access in Forest City
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop7283.7%
Smartphone7081.4%
Tablet3641.9%
No Computing Device33.5%
Total86100.0%

Internet Access in Forest City

Internet Access in Forest City
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home5766.3%
Cellular Data Only1416.3%
Satellite Internet78.1%
No Internet1011.6%
Total86100.0%

Forest City Summary

City of Forest City Illinois

Forest City, Illinois is a small city located in McLean County, Illinois. It is situated in the heart of the Midwest, just a few miles south of Bloomington-Normal. The city is home to a population of just over 1,000 people, making it one of the smallest cities in the state.

History

The area that is now Forest City was first settled in the early 1800s by a group of settlers from Kentucky. The settlers named the area after the nearby forest, and the name stuck. The city was officially incorporated in 1867, and it has remained a small, rural community ever since.
The city was originally a farming community, and it remained that way until the late 19th century. In the late 1800s, the city began to experience a period of growth and development. The city was connected to the rest of the state by the Illinois Central Railroad, and this allowed for the growth of industry and commerce in the area.
The city continued to grow and develop throughout the 20th century. In the 1950s, the city was home to a number of manufacturing plants, including a paper mill and a furniture factory. The city also had a thriving retail sector, with a number of stores and restaurants.

Geography

Forest City is located in the heart of the Midwest, just a few miles south of Bloomington-Normal. The city is situated in McLean County, and it is bordered by the cities of Bloomington, Normal, and Heyworth. The city is located in a rural area, and it is surrounded by farmland and wooded areas.
The city is located at the intersection of two major highways, Interstate 55 and U.S. Route 51. The city is also served by a number of local roads, including County Road 1000 North and County Road 1000 East.

Economy

The economy of Forest City is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to a number of farms, and the surrounding area is known for its production of corn, soybeans, and other crops. The city is also home to a number of manufacturing plants, including a paper mill and a furniture factory.
The city also has a thriving retail sector, with a number of stores and restaurants. The city is home to a number of small businesses, including a grocery store, a hardware store, and a number of other shops.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Forest City was 1,072. The population is largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans and Hispanics. The median household income in the city is $45,000, and the median age is 40.

Conclusion

Forest City, Illinois is a small city located in McLean County, Illinois. It is situated in the heart of the Midwest, just a few miles south of Bloomington-Normal. The city is home to a population of just over 1,000 people, making it one of the smallest cities in the state. The city is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing, and it has a thriving retail sector. The population is largely white, with a small percentage of African Americans and Hispanics. The median household income in the city is $45,000, and the median age is 40.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Forest City?
Total Population of Forest City is 204.
What is the Total Male Population of Forest City?
Total Male Population of Forest City is 100.
What is the Total Female Population of Forest City?
Total Female Population of Forest City is 104.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Forest City?
There are 96.15 Males per 100 Females in Forest City.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Forest City?
There are 104.00 Females per 100 Males in Forest City.
What is the Median Population Age in Forest City?
Median Population Age in Forest City is 38.4 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Forest City
Average Family Size in Forest City is 3.0 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Forest City
Average Household Size in Forest City is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Forest City?
Per Capita income in Forest City is $27,103.
What is the Median Family Income in Forest City?
Median Family Income in Forest City is $65,417.
What is the Median Household income in Forest City?
Median Household Income in Forest City is $53,750.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Forest City?
Income or Wage Gap in Forest City is 43.2%.
Women in Forest City earn 56.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in Forest City?
Family Income Deficit in Forest City is $3,308.
Families that are below poverty line in Forest City earn $3,308 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Forest City?
Inequality or Gini Index in Forest City is 0.34.
How Large is the Labor Force in Forest City?
There are 80 People in the Labor Forcein in Forest City.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Forest City?
52.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Forest City.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Forest City?
Unemployment Rate in Forest City is 6.3%.