Benld, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Macoupin County County
Benld, IL
At a Glance
How Benld Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Benld's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Benld a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Benld residents earn a median household income of $45,667 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,921. The unemployment rate stands at 5.3% (47% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 887 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Benld is $83,000 , 71% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $67,513. Median rent is $832/month, with 29.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Education
10.4% of adults in Benld hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below the national average). 89.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Benld has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.