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Blandinsville, IL

Illinois

Blandinsville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 715. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
715 Population 813/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $28,112 per capita
$65,400 Home Value $95,730 Zillow
$691 Median Rent 41.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,400 home value, $691/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,400
77% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $691
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.7%
14% lower than US avg

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

People

Population715
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$28,112
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$1,455M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,400
Rent$691
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$95,730
Housing Units328
Rent Burden41.9%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property155/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary155/100K

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation720 ft (219 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+96.0%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.1%
Libraries4

Is Blandinsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blandinsville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Blandinsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blandinsville is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blandinsville is $65,400, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Blandinsville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 155 per 100,000, 92% below the national average.

Education

14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Blandinsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°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 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blandinsville has a population of 715 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

715
Total Population
813
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Blandinsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blandinsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blandinsville is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Blandinsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,112
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$62,557

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.7%
14% below US avg
Establishments (County)550
County GDP$1,455M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare66
Retail95
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.1 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Blandinsville is $65,400, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $95,730.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,400
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$95,730

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$691
41% below US avg
Rent Burden41.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units328
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,316
52% above US avg
Effective Rate8.13%
In Blandinsville, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.0%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep35.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,916
Dentists1:2,985
Mental Health1:447
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits63.1%
Premature Death7,860/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access83.0%
Healthcare Facilities66
Blandinsville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 155 per 100,000 (92% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Blandinsville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property155.3/100K
92% below US avg
Burglary155.3/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Blandinsville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°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

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation720 ft (219 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density813/sq mi
Coordinates40.5540°N, 90.8683°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.9-point margin. 85.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.5%
D 39.7%

Winner: Republican by 18.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.9%
56% below US avg
High School+96.0%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density813/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants73
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.1 min
Drive Alone84.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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