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Bismarck, IL

Illinois

Bismarck is a small town in Illinois with a population of 510. Residents earn $76,875 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
510 Population 689/sq mi density
$76,875 Median Income $31,782 per capita
$110,300 Home Value $165,338 Zillow
$817 Median Rent 21.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$76,875 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,300 home value, $817/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,875
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $110,300
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.1%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $817
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population510
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density689/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans11.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,875
Per Capita$31,782
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,300
Rent$817
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$165,338
Housing Units218
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity40.7%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation679 ft (207 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.1%
High School+98.6%
Graduate+9.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband85.3%
Libraries10

Is Bismarck a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bismarck receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bismarck stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bismarck is $76,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, 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 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bismarck is $110,300, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $817 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bismarck 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 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bismarck has a population of 510 with a density of 689 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.7%).

Population

510
Total Population
689
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bismarck vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bismarck vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bismarck is $76,875, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bismarck vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,875
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,782
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bismarck is $110,300, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $817 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $165,338.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,300
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$165,338

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$817
30% below US avg
Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.2%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate4.45%
In Bismarck, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.7%
Dental Visits62.7%
Premature Death12,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities150
Bismarck has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 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 Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation679 ft (207 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density689/sq mi
Coordinates40.2594°N, 87.6113°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.1%
34% below US avg
High School+98.6%
Graduate Degree+9.3%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density689/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone87.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.7%

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