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Brocton, IL

Illinois

Brocton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 262. Residents earn $58,393 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
262 Population 460/sq mi density
$58,393 Median Income $28,454 per capita
$74,700 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,393 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,700 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,393
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,700
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age53.6 yrs
Density460/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans9.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,393
Per Capita$28,454
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units154
Rent Burden21.8%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.1%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation661 ft (201 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+92.3%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute29 min
Broadband76.6%
Libraries3

Is Brocton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brocton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Brocton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brocton is $58,393, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.4% 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 Brocton is $74,700, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Brocton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°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 42.7 inches, including 19.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Brocton has a population of 262 with a density of 460 people per square mile. The median age is 53.6 years, 38% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

262
Total Population
460
People / sq mi
53.6yrs
Median Age
38% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Brocton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brocton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brocton is $58,393, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Brocton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,393
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,454
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$63,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% 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
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Brocton is $74,700, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,700
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden21.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%
Housing Units154
Median Year Built1945

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate5.07%
In Brocton, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 24.4% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,130
Dentists1:3,287
Mental Health1:371
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits59.5%
Premature Death11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Brocton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.7 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 Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.7 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall19.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density460/sq mi
Coordinates39.7154°N, 87.9336°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 76.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+92.3%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density460/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.9 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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