Belgium, IL

Illinois

Belgium is a small town in Illinois with a population of 326. Residents earn $61,591 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
326 Population 758/sq mi density
$61,591 Median Income $30,908 per capita
$75,900 Home Value
$831 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,591 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,900 home value, $831/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,591
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,900
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $831
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population326
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density758/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans12.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,591
Per Capita$30,908
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,900
Rent$831
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units142
Rent Burden19.8%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity43.2%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking18.4%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation655 ft (200 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband92.3%
Libraries10

Is Belgium a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belgium receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Belgium offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belgium is $61,591, 18% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belgium is $75,900, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $831 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Belgium is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Belgium experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°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 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Belgium has a population of 326 with a density of 758 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 7.4% Black.

Population

326
Total Population
758
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Belgium vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belgium vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belgium is $61,591, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Belgium vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,591
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,908
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Belgium is $75,900, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $831 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,900
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$831
29% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.8%
Housing Units142
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate6.47%
In Belgium, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits63.6%
Premature Death12,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities150
Belgium has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Belgium has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation655 ft (200 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density758/sq mi
Coordinates40.0608°N, 87.6328°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 92.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density758/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone87.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.6%

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