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Bellmont, IL

Illinois

Bellmont is a small town in Illinois with a population of 227. Residents earn $43,250 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
227 Population 688/sq mi density
$43,250 Median Income $32,782 per capita
$47,000 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
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+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$43,250 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,000 home value, $840/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,250
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,000
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.7%
22% lower than US avg

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

People

Population227
Median Age47.3 yrs
Density688/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,250
Per Capita$32,782
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty9.7%
County GDP$451M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,000
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units120
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.2%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation436 ft (133 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1

Is Bellmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bellmont 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Bellmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bellmont is $43,250, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 9.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bellmont is $47,000, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bellmont enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°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 48.7 inches, including 8.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bellmont has a population of 227 with a density of 688 people per square mile. The median age is 47.3 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

227
Total Population
688
People / sq mi
47.3yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.4%
Female 62.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bellmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.5%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.5%
59% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bellmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bellmont is $43,250, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Bellmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,250
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,782
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$71,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.7%
22% below US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare20
Retail35
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate9.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.9 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bellmont is $47,000, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,000
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.9%
Housing Units120
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate9.95%
In Bellmont, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,800
Dentists1:2,217
Mental Health1:322
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death8,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Bellmont has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.7 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall8.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation436 ft (133 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density688/sq mi
Coordinates38.3830°N, 87.9106°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density688/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants17
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.9 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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