Home Value $66,700

76% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 27.5%

18% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 42.9%

34% higher than US avg

Unemployment 7.0%

94% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 7.7%

38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population78

Median Age54.3 yrs

Density74/mi²

Male / Female45% / 55%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans71.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$29,742

Unemployment7.0%

Poverty7.7%

County GDP$329M

Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$66,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$158,128

Housing Units63

Rent Burden28.5%

Health

Obesity42.9%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking20.7%

Depression28.0%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.5 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation338 ft (103 m)

Education

Bachelor's+27.5%

High School+73.9%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 20%

Commute30 min

Broadband35.0%

Libraries1

Is Belknap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belknap receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Belknap offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belknap is $66,700, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Belknap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches, including 7.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Belknap has a population of 78 with a density of 74 people per square mile. The median age is 54.3 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

54.3yrs

Median Age

40% above US avg

1.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%

Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Belknap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belknap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belknap is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Belknap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$29,742
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,130
IRS Avg AGI	$62,218

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	7.0%
	94% above US avg
Poverty Rate	7.7%
	38% below US avg
Establishments (County)	196
County GDP	$329M

Business (County)

Restaurants	18
Healthcare	18
Retail	33
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$4,575
	31% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	6.86%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belknap is $66,700, 76% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,128.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$66,700
	76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$158,128

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	28.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	68.6%
Housing Units	63
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$4,575
	31% above US avg
Effective Rate	6.86%

In Belknap, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 20.7% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	42.9%
	34% above US avg
Diabetes	11.7%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	34.3%
Asthma	12.0%
COPD	10.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.7%
	48% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.7%
Physical Inactivity	28.4%
Depression	28.0%
Mental Distress	22.0%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	53.4%
Premature Death	9,591/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	65.9%
Healthcare Facilities	18

Belknap has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	57.2°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.5 inches
	33% above US avg
Snowfall	7.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	338 ft (103 m)
Area	1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	74/sq mi
Coordinates	37.3226°N, 88.9397°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17087

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 27.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin. 35.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.6%

D 20.3%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	27.5%
	18% below US avg
High School+	73.9%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.34

B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	74/sq mi
Total Area	1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	35.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	18
Restaurants	18
Retail Stores	33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.1 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Belknap, IL

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Belknap a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Belknap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Belknap vs U.S. Average

Income: Belknap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities