Economy & Jobs — Equality, Illinois
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $42,443 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$48,400 |
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| Per Capita Income | $28,173 |
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| Poverty Rate | 19.9% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% |
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| In Labor Force | 259 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Manufacturing | 16.7% |
| Education Healthcare | 16.7% |
| Retail | 14.2% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Auto Repair | 4 |
| Gas Stations | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
