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Belle Prairie City, IL

Illinois

Belle Prairie City is a small town in Illinois with a population of 47.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
47 Population 107/sq mi density
$121,900 Home Value
56°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $121,900
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.8%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population47
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,385
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty15.8%
County GDP$478M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$121,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units20
Rent Burden22.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation476 ft (145 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+82.9%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute22 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries1

Is Belle Prairie City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belle Prairie City receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Belle Prairie City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belle Prairie City is $121,900, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Belle Prairie City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.1 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Belle Prairie City has a population of 47 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

47
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%
Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Belle Prairie City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belle Prairie City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belle Prairie City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Belle Prairie City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,385
Avg Weekly Wage$1,048
IRS Avg AGI$64,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.8%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)210
County GDP$478M

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare20
Retail29
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,829
19% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Belle Prairie City is $121,900, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,900
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units20
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,829
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
Belle Prairie City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates38.2235°N, 88.5557°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.3-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 63.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+82.9%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants6
Retail Stores29

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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