Bartelso, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Bartelso is a small town in Illinois with a population of 768. Residents earn $93,929 per year, which is 25% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
768 Population 1,164/sq mi density
$93,929 Median Income $50,184 per capita
$192,000 Home Value $267,390 Zillow
$530 Median Rent 27.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$93,929 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$192,000 home value, $530/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $93,929
25% higher than US avg
Home Value $192,000
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $530
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.8%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population768
Median Age48.5 yrs
Density1,164/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans1.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$93,929
Per Capita$50,184
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.8%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,000
Rent$530
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,390
Rent Burden27.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation442 ft (135 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+92.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute31 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries5

Is Bartelso a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bartelso receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bartelso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bartelso is $93,929, 25% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bartelso is $192,000, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $530 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bartelso 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. Annual precipitation totals 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bartelso has a population of 768 with a density of 1,164 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

768
Total Population
1,164
People / sq mi
48.5yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Bartelso vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bartelso vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bartelso is $93,929, which is 25% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Bartelso vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$93,929
25% above US avg
Per Capita Income$50,184
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$80,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.8%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)940
County GDP$1,581M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare95
Retail136
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.62%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bartelso is $192,000, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $530 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,390.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,000
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,390
Median List Price$165,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$165,000
$/Sq Ft$102
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$530
54% below US avg
Rent Burden27.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Rate2.62%
In Bartelso, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.8%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities95
Bartelso 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 45.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.7°F
3% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.9 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation442 ft (135 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,164/sq mi
Coordinates38.5382°N, 89.4615°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,164/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone67.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.4%

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