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Bedford Park, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Bedford Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 594. Residents earn $111,250 per year, which is 48% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
594 Population 100/sq mi density
$111,250 Median Income $46,405 per capita
$266,800 Home Value $270,925 Zillow
$1,771 Median Rent 10.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$111,250 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$266,800 home value, $1,771/mo rent
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
33.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,250
48% higher than US avg
Home Value $266,800
5% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.0%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,771
52% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.1%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population594
Median Age39.7 yrs
Density100/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,250
Per Capita$46,405
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,800
Rent$1,771
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$270,925
Housing Units211
Rent Burden10.8%

Health

Obesity30.6%
Uninsured14.9%
Smoking12.9%
Depression21.3%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation621 ft (189 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.0%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+10.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute26 min
Broadband53.6%
EV Stations2
Libraries188

Is Bedford Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bedford Park receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Bedford Park stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bedford Park is $111,250, which is significantly higher than the national average — 48% above $75,149. This places Bedford Park among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bedford Park is $266,800, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,771 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bedford Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 34.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bedford Park has a population of 594 with a density of 100 people per square mile. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.1%), with 6.6% Black.

Population

594
Total Population
100
People / sq mi
39.7yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
5.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%
Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bedford Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only69.6%
11% below US avg
Spanish30.4%
127% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bedford Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bedford Park is $111,250, which is 48% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bedford Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,250
48% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,405
Avg Weekly Wage$1,672
IRS Avg AGI$100,597

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.1%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)137,804
County GDP$546,441M

Business (County)

Restaurants12,631
Healthcare16,051
Retail13,648
Manufacturing4,404

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bedford Park is $266,800, 5% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,771 (52% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $270,925.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,800
5% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$270,925
Median List Price$429,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$429,900
$/Sq Ft$232
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,771
52% above US avg
Rent Burden10.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units211
Median Year Built1943

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,421
198% above US avg
Effective Rate3.91%
In Bedford Park, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 14.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 21.3% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bedford Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure26.8%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.9%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression21.3%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured14.9%
73% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,091
Dentists1:1,018
Mental Health1:251
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits59.4%
Premature Death8,536/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access99.1%
Healthcare Facilities16,051
Bedford Park has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.4 inches
9% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation621 ft (189 m)
Area5.9 sq mi (15.4 km²)
Population Density100/sq mi
Coordinates41.7678°N, 87.7726°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17031
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 33.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 42-point margin. 53.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 28.4%
D 70.4%

Winner: Democrat by 42 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.0%
2% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+10.7%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density100/sq mi
Total Area5.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.6%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries188
Healthcare Facilities16,051
Restaurants12,631
Retail Stores13,648

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)365

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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