How many renters in Fort Russell Township, IL pay more than 30% of their income on rent?
60.4% (±16.7 points) of renting households in Fort Russell Township, IL spend 30% or more of their household income on gross rent (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
46.5% spend 35% or more.
The median renting household spends 33.7% of its income on rent.
Figures last updated on .
- Paying 30% or more
- 60.4% (±16.7 points)
- Paying 35% or more
- 46.5% (±13.5 points)
- Median share of income
- 33.7% (±6.9 points)
Rent as a share of income in Fort Russell Township
| Share of income spent on rent | Fort Russell Township | Madison County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 15% | 11.2% (±7.9 points) | 16.3% | 14.4% | 12.6% |
| 15% to 19.9% | 11.1% (±9.6 points) | 14.9% | 13.4% | 12.2% |
| 20% to 24.9% | 4.1% (±4.0 points) | 11.0% | 13.1% | 12.6% |
| 25% to 29.9% | 13.3% (±8.2 points) | 11.1% | 11.2% | 11.5% |
| 30% to 34.9% | 13.9% (±9.9 points) | 8.8% | 8.9% | 9.2% |
| 35% or more | 46.5% (±13.5 points) | 37.8% | 39.0% | 41.9% |
Households whose income could not be measured against their rent (for example, those reporting no income) are left out of these shares, as the Census Bureau leaves them out.
Fort Russell Township against Madison County, its state and the nation
| Fort Russell Township | Madison County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paying 30% or more | 60.4% (±16.7 points) | 46.6% (±3.1 points) | 47.9% (±0.4 points) | 51.1% |
| Paying 35% or more | 46.5% (±13.5 points) | 37.8% (±2.6 points) | 39.0% (±0.4 points) | 41.9% |
| Median share of income | 33.7% (±6.9 points) | 28.5% (±1.3 points) | 29.1% (±0.2 points) | 30.6% |
| Median renter household income | $29,737 (±$18,189) | $43,643 (±$2,759) | $50,420 (±$471) | $52,966 |
| Median gross rent | $968 (±$94) | $1,024 (±$23) | $1,274 (±$5) | $1,413 |
In Fort Russell Township, the share of renters paying 30% or more of income is not measurably different from Madison County (46.6%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (47.9%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (51.1%).
In Madison County, Fort Russell Township ranks 13 of 53 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest share of renters paying 30% or more of income.
Statewide, it ranks 393 of 2,503.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Renters paying 30% or more of income in places near Fort Russell Township
| Place | Distance | Renters paying 30% or more of income | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Russell Township | — | 60.4% (±16.7 points) | — |
| Bethalto | 3.5 mi | 45.7% (±13.8 points) | Not measurably different |
| Holiday Shores | 3.8 mi | 77.3% (±43.2 points) | Not measurably different |
| Rosewood Heights | 4.8 mi | 100.0% (±106.2 points) | Not measurably different |
| Moro Township | 5.1 mi | 60.7% (±52.6 points) | Not measurably different |
| Wood River | 5.3 mi | 46.6% (±11.2 points) | Not measurably different |
| Wood River Township | 5.3 mi | 45.9% (±9.2 points) | Not measurably different |
| Roxana | 5.5 mi | 33.5% (±15.8 points) | Lower |
| Hamel Township | 6.1 mi | 28.4% (±21.3 points) | Lower |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Roxana, IL (33.5%), Hamel Township, IL (28.4%).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Renters paying 30% or more of income across Madison County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Renters paying 30% or more of income |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | St. Jacob | 66.7% (±30.7 points) |
| 8 | Venice Township | 63.7% (±12.7 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Worden | 63.6% (±48.7 points) |
| 9 (tie) | Omphghent Township | 63.6% (±48.7 points) |
| 11 | Venice | 63.5% (±17.0 points) |
| 12 | Moro Township | 60.7% (±52.6 points) |
| 13 | Fort Russell Township | 60.4% (±16.7 points) |
| 14 | Alhambra | 57.4% (±20.5 points) |
| 15 | New Douglas Township | 57.1% (±68.5 points) |
| 16 (tie) | Alton | 54.1% (±6.7 points) |
| 16 (tie) | Alton Township | 54.1% (±6.7 points) |
| 18 | East Alton | 53.3% (±21.9 points) |
| 19 | Godfrey | 52.9% (±18.2 points) |
Showing 13 of 53 places in Madison County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Fort Russell Township
Are renters in Fort Russell Township rent-burdened?
60.4% of renting households in Fort Russell Township pay 30% or more of their income in gross rent, the share housing researchers usually call rent-burdened (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
What share of income do renters in Fort Russell Township spend on rent?
The median renting household in Fort Russell Township, IL spends 33.7% (±6.9 points) of its household income on gross rent.
Sources
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Fort Russell township, Madison County, Illinois
- Median Gross Rent as a Percentage of Household Income (B25071), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Fort Russell township, Madison County, Illinois
- Median Household Income by Tenure (B25119), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Fort Russell township, Madison County, Illinois
To check these figures in the Census Bureau’s own API, request the variables below from the 2024 ACS 5-year data profile (acs/acs5/profile) and detailed tables (acs/acs5) for Fort Russell township, Madison County, Illinois (county subdivision:27130, in state:17 county:119).
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DP04_0136E, DP04_0136M, DP04_0137PE, DP04_0137PM, DP04_0138PE, DP04_0138PM, DP04_0139PE, DP04_0139PM, DP04_0140PE, DP04_0140PM, DP04_0141PE, DP04_0141PM, DP04_0142PE, DP04_0142PM, B25071_001E, B25071_001M, B25119_003E, B25119_003M
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