Broadlands, IL

Illinois

Broadlands is a small town in Illinois with a population of 288. Residents earn $67,917 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
288 Population 900/sq mi density
$67,917 Median Income $30,217 per capita
$114,300 Home Value $159,684 Zillow
$961 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,917 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$114,300 home value, $961/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,917
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $961
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population288
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density900/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,917
Per Capita$30,217
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$114,300
Rent$961
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$159,684
Housing Units116
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured6.9%
Smoking13.4%
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation682 ft (208 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Broadband91.4%
Libraries3

Is Broadlands a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broadlands is $67,917, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broadlands is $114,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $961 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Broadlands experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Broadlands has a population of 288 with a density of 900 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%), with 3.1% Black.

Population

288
Total Population
900
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Broadlands vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Broadlands vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadlands is $67,917, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Broadlands vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,917
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,217
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$63,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare31
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Broadlands is $114,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $961 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $159,684.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,300
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$159,684

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$961
17% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate3.31%
In Broadlands, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.9% of residents lack health insurance. 13.4% are current smokers. 24.6% report depression. 18.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.4%
4% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity18.9%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured6.9%
20% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Broadlands has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density900/sq mi
Coordinates39.9087°N, 87.9971°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density900/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone89.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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