Median Income
$61,625
18% lower than US avg
Home Value
$162,900
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
22.0%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,052
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.2%
66% lower than US avg
How Bradley Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population872
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density430/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Economy
A
Median Income$61,625
Per Capita$30,022
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$3,681M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$162,900
Rent$1,052
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$260,964
Health
Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp45°F
AQI34 (Good)
Elevation74 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+22.0%
High School+94.5%
School Score5.64
Community
2024 VoteR 43% / D 55%
Commute23 min
Libraries22
Is Bradley a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bradley receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Bradley stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bradley is $61,625, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bradley is $162,900, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,052 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
22.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bradley has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Bradley has a population of 872 with a density of 430 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic.
Population
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Bradley is $61,625, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,625 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $30,022 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,034 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,602 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,980 |
| County GDP | $3,681M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 352 |
| Healthcare | 168 |
| Retail | 342 |
| Manufacturing | 85 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,825 |
| 95% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.19% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 11.9% |
The median home value in Bradley is $162,900, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,052 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $260,964.
Home Values
| Census Median | $162,900 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $260,964 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,052 |
| 10% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,108 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,186 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,951 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,190 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,825 |
| 95% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.19% |
In Bradley, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.9% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bradley vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.1% |
| Asthma | 13.9% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.2% |
| Depression | 30.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.4% |
| Physical Distress | 16.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,940/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 73.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 168 |
Crime Rates: Bradley vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
Safety Score
Bradley has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 34.
Temperature
19°F Jan (-7°C)
70°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 45.1°F |
| 16% below US avg |
| January Average | 19°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 70°F (21°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 34.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 74 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 430/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.9118°N, 68.6215°W |
| County FIPS | 23009 |