Brimfield, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Brimfield is a small town in Illinois with a population of 692. Residents earn $61,417 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
692 Population 752/sq mi density
$61,417 Median Income $31,603 per capita
$144,800 Home Value $289,492 Zillow
$847 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,417 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,800 home value, $847/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,417
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,800
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.3%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.7%
62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population692
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density752/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,417
Per Capita$31,603
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$16,966M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,800
Rent$847
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$289,492
Housing Units312
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity29.2%
Uninsured4.9%
Smoking9.5%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation696 ft (212 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.3%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+6.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries13

Is Brimfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brimfield receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Brimfield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brimfield is $61,417, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.7% 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 Brimfield is $144,800, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Brimfield experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Brimfield has a population of 692 with a density of 752 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

692
Total Population
752
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Brimfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brimfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brimfield is $61,417, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Brimfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,417
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,603
Avg Weekly Wage$1,438
IRS Avg AGI$80,771

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.7%
62% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,972
County GDP$16,966M

Business (County)

Restaurants468
Healthcare543
Retail638
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brimfield is $144,800, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $289,492.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,800
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$289,492

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units312
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,031
129% above US avg
Effective Rate5.55%
In Brimfield, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 4.9% of residents lack health insurance. 9.5% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 14.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.2%
9% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure27.3%
Asthma9.8%
COPD4.4%
Cancer7.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.5%
32% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.9%
Physical Inactivity14.6%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress15.4%
Physical Distress9.7%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured4.9%
43% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits71.6%
Premature Death10,362/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access80.1%
Healthcare Facilities543
Brimfield has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation696 ft (212 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density752/sq mi
Coordinates40.8370°N, 89.8806°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4.7-point margin. 86.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.3%
22% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+6.1%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density752/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.6%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities543
Restaurants468
Retail Stores638

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone79.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.0%

Nearby Cities

Elmwood, IL 2,254 pop · 5.9 mi Princeville, IL 1,932 pop · 9.4 mi Hanna City, IL 1,334 pop · 10.7 mi Dunlap, IL 1,448 pop · 10.7 mi Farmington, IL 1,990 pop · 11.6 mi Bellevue, IL 2,158 pop · 15.0 mi Peoria, IL 112,126 pop · 15.0 mi Lake Camelot, IL 1,744 pop · 15.5 mi West Peoria, IL 4,246 pop · 15.9 mi Wyoming, IL 1,532 pop · 16.7 mi Peoria Heights, IL 5,834 pop · 17.4 mi Toulon, IL 1,390 pop · 17.7 mi Bartonville, IL 5,854 pop · 17.7 mi Rome, IL 1,628 pop · 19.4 mi
Compare Brimfield with another city: