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Biggsville, IL

Illinois

Biggsville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 298. Residents earn $75,417 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
298 Population 876/sq mi density
$75,417 Median Income $38,460 per capita
$83,600 Home Value
$388 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$75,417 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,600 home value, $388/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,417
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.9%
17% lower than US avg
Median Rent $388
67% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.7%
46% lower than US avg

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

People

Population298
Median Age52.5 yrs
Density876/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,417
Per Capita$38,460
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty6.7%
County GDP$224M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,600
Rent$388
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units161
Rent Burden17.9%

Health

Obesity36.8%
Uninsured7.0%
Smoking13.8%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation638 ft (194 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.9%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries2

Is Biggsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biggsville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Biggsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biggsville is $75,417, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biggsville is $83,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $388 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

27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Biggsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°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 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Biggsville has a population of 298 with a density of 876 people per square mile. The median age is 52.5 years, 35% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

298
Total Population
876
People / sq mi
52.5yrs
Median Age
35% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Biggsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Biggsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biggsville is $75,417, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Biggsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,417
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,460
Avg Weekly Wage$712
IRS Avg AGI$61,582

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.7%
46% below US avg
Establishments (County)143
County GDP$224M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare6
Retail12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.9 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Biggsville is $83,600, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $388 (67% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,600
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$388
67% below US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.5%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,350
4% below US avg
Effective Rate4.01%
In Biggsville, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.7%
Uninsured7.0%
19% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits70.0%
Premature Death8,415/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access12.4%
Healthcare Facilities6
Biggsville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density876/sq mi
Coordinates40.8536°N, 90.8622°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 27.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.8-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.4%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 38.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.9%
17% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density876/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants10
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.9 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit1.2%
Work from Home3.6%

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