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Bellflower, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Bellflower is a small town in Illinois with a population of 410. Residents earn $79,583 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
410 Population 1,108/sq mi density
$79,583 Median Income $31,731 per capita
$117,600 Home Value $144,043 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$79,583 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,600 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,583
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $117,600
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population410
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,108/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,583
Per Capita$31,731
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$16,910M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,600
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$144,043
Housing Units154
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity34.7%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking12.2%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation791 ft (241 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.7%
Libraries15

Is Bellflower a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellflower receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bellflower stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellflower is $79,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 3.6% 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 Bellflower is $117,600, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 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

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellflower experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 18.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bellflower has a population of 410 with a density of 1,108 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

410
Total Population
1,108
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellflower vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellflower vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellflower is $79,583, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Bellflower vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,583
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,731
Avg Weekly Wage$1,273
IRS Avg AGI$88,598

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,357
County GDP$16,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants404
Healthcare365
Retail498
Manufacturing82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellflower is $117,600, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $144,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,600
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$144,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,182
105% above US avg
Effective Rate6.11%
In Bellflower, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 17.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity17.6%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress16.8%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits64.5%
Premature Death6,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities365
Bellflower has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall18.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation791 ft (241 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Coordinates40.3406°N, 88.5256°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17113
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.9-point margin. 89.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%
D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,108/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.7%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities365
Restaurants404
Retail Stores498

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.2 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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