Illinois · Metropolitan Area
Bethalto is a small city in Illinois with a population of 9,244. Residents earn $66,469 per year, which is 12% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bethalto receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bethalto offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bethalto is $66,469, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Bethalto is $158,600, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Bethalto is below the national average at 255 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,222 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.
29.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Bethalto enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.6% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.4% |
| 97% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,469 |
| 12% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $36,428 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,519 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,224 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 7.9% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 15,318 |
| County GDP | $40,403M |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Healthcare | 2,212 |
| Retail | 810 |
| Manufacturing | 366 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.08% |
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |
| Census Median | $158,600 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $194,784 |
| Median List Price | $166,450 |
| Median List Price | $166,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $123 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.7% |
| Price Drops | 14.3% |
| Inventory | 21 |
| Census Median Rent | $879 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
| Owner-Occupied | 79.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,881 |
| 39% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.08% |
| Obesity | 37.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.0% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.6% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.6% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,768/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 98.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Total Violent | 255.1/100K |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Murder | 10.6/100K |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Rape | 159.4/100K |
| Robbery | 31.9/100K |
| Assault | 53.1/100K |
| Total Property | 1,222.1/100K |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 180.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,009.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 31.9/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 41.9 inches |
| 10% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 531 ft (162 m) |
| Area | 7.6 sq mi (19.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,218/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9017°N, 90.0448°W |
| County FIPS | 29510 |
Winner: Democrat by 64.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.8% |
| 12% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 94.3% |
| School Test Score | 5.34 |
| RUCC Code 1 | Metro — 1 million+ |
| Population Density | 1,218/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.6 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 16 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 2,212 |
| Restaurants | 1,029 |
| Retail Stores | 810 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 71 |
| Avg Commute | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 9.3% |