Home Value
$87,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$538
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment
6.3%
75% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
20.0%
61% higher than US avg
How Bagnell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population51
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans48.0%
Economy
Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,800
Unemployment6.3%
Poverty20.0%
Commute24 min
Housing
Home Value$87,500
Rent$538
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden33.9%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation650 ft (198 m)
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+78.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute24 min
Broadband28.0%
Is Bagnell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bagnell receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Bagnell faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
Economy & Jobs
The unemployment rate of 6.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bagnell is $87,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $538 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Bagnell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 263 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bagnell has a population of 51 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
The median household income in Bagnell is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.3% |
| 75% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 20.0% |
| 61% above US avg |
Tax & Cost of Living
| |
| Cost of Living | 90.80 (100=avg) |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 61.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Bagnell is $87,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $538 (54% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $87,500 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $538 |
| 54% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 33.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $732 |
| 1 Bedroom | $775 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $970 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,265 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,457 |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 17.9% |
| Housing Units | 56 |
| Median Year Built | 1957 |
Property Tax
Bagnell has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The area enjoys 263 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
78°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 55.5°F |
| 3% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 263 days/yr |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.5 inches |
| 7% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 4.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 650 ft (198 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2267°N, 92.6016°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |