Beckemeyer, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Beckemeyer is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,024. Residents earn $64,231 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,024 Population 1,652/sq mi density
$64,231 Median Income $31,114 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $123,134 Zillow
$942 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$64,231 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $942/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,231
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,024
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density1,652/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,231
Per Capita$31,114
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,581M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,134

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.9 in/yr
Elevation455 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+87.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute18 min
Libraries5

Is Beckemeyer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Beckemeyer receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Beckemeyer offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beckemeyer is $64,231, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beckemeyer is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Beckemeyer 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.

Beckemeyer has a population of 1,024 with a density of 1,652 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,024
Total Population
1,652
People / sq mi
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Beckemeyer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.6%
15% above US avg
Spanish9.4%
30% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beckemeyer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beckemeyer is $64,231, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Beckemeyer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,231
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,114
Avg Weekly Wage$965
IRS Avg AGI$80,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% 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 Rate4.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Beckemeyer is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,134.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,134

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,038
44% above US avg
Effective Rate4.48%
In Beckemeyer, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 19.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.7%
Physical Inactivity19.5%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death5,626/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities95

Crime Rates: Beckemeyer vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Beckemeyer 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

Elevation455 ft (139 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,652/sq mi
Coordinates38.6058°N, 89.4323°W
County FIPS17027
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 51.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,652/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants88
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.4 min
Work from Home6.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Beckemeyer with another city: