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Broadwell, IL

Illinois

Broadwell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 206. Residents earn $54,167 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
206 Population 1,144/sq mi density
$54,167 Median Income $34,998 per capita
$99,100 Home Value
$735 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$54,167 median income, 11.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,100 home value, $735/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,167
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,100
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.5%
219% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.6%
58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density1,144/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$54,167
Per Capita$34,998
Unemployment11.5%
Poverty19.6%
County GDP$1,344M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,100
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden28.3%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking15.9%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation586 ft (179 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+78.5%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute30 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries5

Is Broadwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broadwell receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Broadwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broadwell is $54,167, 28% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.5%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broadwell is $99,100, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Broadwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Broadwell has a population of 206 with a density of 1,144 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

206
Total Population
1,144
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.7%
Female 40.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Broadwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Broadwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broadwell is $54,167, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Broadwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,167
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,998
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$67,999

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.5%
219% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.6%
58% above US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$1,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare57
Retail71
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Broadwell is $99,100, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,100
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$735
37% below US avg
Rent Burden28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.7%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.40%
In Broadwell, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death7,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities57
Broadwell has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation586 ft (179 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Coordinates40.0669°N, 89.4428°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+78.5%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,144/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants65
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.6%

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