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Bentley, IL

Illinois

Bentley is a small town in Illinois with a population of 15.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
15 Population 107/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.7%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population15
Median Age69.3 yrs
Density107/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,573
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$824M
Commute24 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation676 ft (206 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.7%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+28.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband10.0%
Libraries8

Is Bentley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bentley receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Bentley 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Education

26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bentley experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bentley has a population of 15 with a density of 107 people per square mile. The median age is 69.3 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

15
Total Population
107
People / sq mi
69.3yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.3%
Female 26.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bentley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bentley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bentley is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bentley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,573
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$72,288

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)412
County GDP$824M

Business (County)

Restaurants37
Healthcare25
Retail63
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,612
3% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Bentley has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation676 ft (206 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density107/sq mi
Coordinates40.3437°N, 91.1123°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 26.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.7%
21% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+28.6%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density107/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants37
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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