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Bonfield, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Bonfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 474. Residents earn $86,667 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
474 Population 967/sq mi density
$86,667 Median Income $36,138 per capita
$190,800 Home Value $304,030 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 21.7% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$86,667 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$190,800 home value, $825/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,667
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $190,800
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population474
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density967/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,667
Per Capita$36,138
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$190,800
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,030
Housing Units205
Rent Burden21.7%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.7%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation623 ft (190 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Broadband69.2%
Libraries3

Is Bonfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Bonfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonfield is $86,667, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.8% 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 Bonfield is $190,800, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bonfield has a population of 474 with a density of 967 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

474
Total Population
967
People / sq mi
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46%
Female 54%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonfield is $86,667, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Bonfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,667
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,138
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.4 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonfield is $190,800, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,030.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,800
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,030

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden21.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.3%
Housing Units205
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Bonfield, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.8%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits66.9%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Bonfield has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation623 ft (190 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density967/sq mi
Coordinates41.1450°N, 88.0540°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 69.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density967/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.2%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.4 min
Drive Alone68.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.4%

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