Belle Rive, IL

Illinois

Belle Rive is a small town in Illinois with a population of 380. Residents earn $55,577 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
380 Population 369/sq mi density
$55,577 Median Income $34,251 per capita
$82,500 Home Value
$497 Median Rent 13.8% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,577 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,500 home value, $497/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,577
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $497
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population380
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density369/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,577
Per Capita$34,251
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$2,434M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,500
Rent$497
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units175
Rent Burden13.8%

Health

Obesity39.4%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking18.9%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation476 ft (145 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+94.7%
Graduate+3.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is Belle Rive a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Belle Rive receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Belle Rive offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Belle Rive is $55,577, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Belle Rive is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $497 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Belle Rive experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°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 45.0 inches, including 10.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Belle Rive has a population of 380 with a density of 369 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.4%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

380
Total Population
369
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Belle Rive vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Belle Rive vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Belle Rive is $55,577, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Belle Rive vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,577
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,251
Avg Weekly Wage$1,112
IRS Avg AGI$62,900

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)858
County GDP$2,434M

Business (County)

Restaurants86
Healthcare131
Retail146
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,198
49% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Belle Rive is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $497 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,500
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$60
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio84.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$497
57% below US avg
Rent Burden13.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%
Housing Units175
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,198
49% above US avg
Effective Rate6.30%
In Belle Rive, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.9% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Belle Rive vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.9%
35% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.9%
Dental Visits57.3%
Premature Death10,089/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access49.1%
Healthcare Facilities131
Belle Rive has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.5°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall10.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density369/sq mi
Coordinates38.2317°N, 88.7405°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.8-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.3%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+94.7%
Graduate Degree+3.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density369/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants86
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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