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Beecher City, IL

Illinois

Beecher City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 419. Residents earn $47,500 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
419 Population 466/sq mi density
$47,500 Median Income $25,132 per capita
$85,300 Home Value $183,951 Zillow
$611 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$47,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $611/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,500
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $611
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population419
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density466/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans10.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,500
Per Capita$25,132
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$1,098M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$611
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,951
Housing Units217
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity32.6%
Uninsured6.5%
Smoking12.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation612 ft (187 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+84.2%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Broadband72.2%
Libraries5

Is Beecher City a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Beecher City is $47,500, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Beecher City is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $611 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

11.3% 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

Beecher City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches, including 14.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Beecher City has a population of 419 with a density of 466 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

419
Total Population
466
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Beecher City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Beecher City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Beecher City is $47,500, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Beecher City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,500
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,132
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$70,653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)468
County GDP$1,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants42
Healthcare37
Retail54
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Beecher City is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $611 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,951.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,951

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$611
47% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.3%
Housing Units217
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,683
5% above US avg
Effective Rate4.32%
In Beecher City, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.4% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Beecher City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.4%
11% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.3%
Short Sleep35.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.9%
Uninsured6.5%
24% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits68.4%
Premature Death7,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access43.2%
Healthcare Facilities37
Beecher City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall14.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation612 ft (187 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density466/sq mi
Coordinates39.1866°N, 88.7877°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17173
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.3-point margin. 72.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 60.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+84.2%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density466/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.2%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants42
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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