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Bardolph, IL

Illinois

Bardolph is a small town in Illinois with a population of 226. Residents earn $26,111 per year, which is 65% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
226 Population 365/sq mi density
$26,111 Median Income $22,568 per capita
$49,200 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$26,111 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$49,200 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $26,111
65% lower than US avg
Home Value $49,200
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

How Bardolph Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population226
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density365/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans21.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$26,111
Per Capita$22,568
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$1,455M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$49,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units167
Rent Burden34.7%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.4%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation673 ft (205 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute15 min
Broadband71.8%
Libraries4

Is Bardolph a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bardolph receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bardolph offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bardolph is $26,111, 65% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bardolph is $49,200, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bardolph experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bardolph has a population of 226 with a density of 365 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

226
Total Population
365
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Bardolph vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bardolph vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bardolph is $26,111, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Bardolph vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,111
65% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,568
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$62,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$1,455M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail95
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate10.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Bardolph is $49,200, 83% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$49,200
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden34.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.9%
Housing Units167
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Effective Rate10.80%
In Bardolph, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bardolph vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep37.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.2%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,916
Dentists1:2,985
Mental Health1:447
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits59.8%
Premature Death7,860/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access83.0%
Healthcare Facilities66
Bardolph has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation673 ft (205 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density365/sq mi
Coordinates40.4959°N, 90.5631°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 71.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density365/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Drive Alone63.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.6%

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