Bonnie Brae, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Bonnie Brae is a small town in Illinois with a population of 844. Residents earn $76,483 per year, which is 2% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
844 Population 4,442/sq mi density
$76,483 Median Income $37,005 per capita
$224,200 Home Value
$1,570 Median Rent 24.4% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$76,483 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,200 home value, $1,570/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,483
2% higher than US avg
Home Value $224,200
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.2%
34% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,570
35% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.8%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population844
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density4,442/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$76,483
Per Capita$37,005
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$129,734M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,200
Rent$1,570
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.5%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation661 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.2%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 43% / D 56%
Commute27 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries30

Is Bonnie Brae a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bonnie Brae receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Bonnie Brae stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bonnie Brae is $76,483, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bonnie Brae is $224,200, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,570 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bonnie Brae experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 33.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bonnie Brae has a population of 844 with a density of 4,442 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.4%), with 4% Hispanic.

Population

844
Total Population
4,442
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bonnie Brae vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.7%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.3%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bonnie Brae vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bonnie Brae is $76,483, which is 2% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Bonnie Brae vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,483
2% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,005
Avg Weekly Wage$1,532
IRS Avg AGI$127,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)33,915
County GDP$129,734M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,309
Healthcare3,795
Retail2,910
Manufacturing1,534

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$11,533
230% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bonnie Brae is $224,200, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,570 (35% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,200
20% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,570
35% above US avg
Rent Burden24.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$11,533
230% above US avg
Effective Rate5.14%
In Bonnie Brae, 36.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.5% report depression. 21.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bonnie Brae vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.8%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure27.5%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.2%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression21.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death4,711/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.2/10
Exercise Access99.8%
Healthcare Facilities3,795

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Safety Score

Bonnie Brae has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall33.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density4,442/sq mi
Coordinates41.5999°N, 88.0345°W
County FIPS17043
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 22.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.3-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 55.9%

Winner: Democrat by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.2%
34% below US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density4,442/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities3,795
Restaurants2,309
Retail Stores2,910

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)37

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone71.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.2%

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