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Bone Gap, IL

Illinois

Bone Gap is a small town in Illinois with a population of 187. Residents earn $44,167 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
187 Population 322/sq mi density
$44,167 Median Income $27,658 per capita
$67,000 Home Value
$481 Median Rent 35.6% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$44,167 median income, 10.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value, $481/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,167
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $481
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.0%
178% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.6%
82% higher than US avg

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

People

Population187
Median Age40.7 yrs
Density322/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans13.0%

Economy

D
Median Income$44,167
Per Capita$27,658
Unemployment10.0%
Poverty22.6%
County GDP$451M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
Rent$481
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units84
Rent Burden35.6%

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation469 ft (143 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute46 min
Broadband78.0%
Libraries1

Is Bone Gap a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bone Gap receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bone Gap has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bone Gap is $44,167, 41% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bone Gap is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $481 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bone Gap enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bone Gap has a population of 187 with a density of 322 people per square mile. The median age is 40.7 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 17.6% Hispanic.

Population

187
Total Population
322
People / sq mi
40.7yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bone Gap vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bone Gap vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bone Gap is $44,167, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Bone Gap vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,167
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,658
Avg Weekly Wage$974
IRS Avg AGI$71,433

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.0%
178% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.6%
82% above US avg
Establishments (County)276
County GDP$451M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare20
Retail35
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.3 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit7.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bone Gap is $67,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $481 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$481
59% below US avg
Rent Burden35.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%
Housing Units84
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,675
34% above US avg
Effective Rate6.98%
In Bone Gap, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bone Gap vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,800
Dentists1:2,217
Mental Health1:322
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits60.4%
Premature Death8,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access69.5%
Healthcare Facilities20
Bone Gap has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation469 ft (143 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density322/sq mi
Coordinates38.4449°N, 87.9976°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17185
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.8-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.2%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 53.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density322/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants17
Retail Stores35

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.3 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit7.6%
Work from Home0.0%

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