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Bingham, IL

Illinois

Bingham is a small town in Illinois with a population of 78.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
78 Population 289/sq mi density
$10,800 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $10,800
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.8%
148% higher than US avg

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

People

Population78
Median Age32.3 yrs
Density289/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,694
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty30.8%
County GDP$770M
Commute24 min

Housing

Home Value$10,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units48
Rent Burden26.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation597 ft (182 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+87.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries4

Is Bingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bingham receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Bingham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 30.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bingham is $10,800, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bingham has a population of 78 with a density of 289 people per square mile. The median age is 32.3 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

78
Total Population
289
People / sq mi
32.3yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.8%
Female 69.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Bingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bingham is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,694
Avg Weekly Wage$869
IRS Avg AGI$63,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.8%
148% above US avg
Establishments (County)460
County GDP$770M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare50
Retail73
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,672
5% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate34.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bingham is $10,800, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$10,800
96% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,672
5% above US avg
Effective Rate34.00%
Bingham has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density289/sq mi
Coordinates39.1122°N, 89.2137°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.7-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.7%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+87.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density289/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants43
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone95.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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