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Brookport, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Brookport is a small town in Illinois with a population of 680. Residents earn $40,781 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
680 Population 1,046/sq mi density
$40,781 Median Income $21,840 per capita
$60,300 Home Value $102,939 Zillow
$838 Median Rent 23.2% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,781 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$60,300 home value, $838/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,781
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $60,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.0%
142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population680
Median Age32.5 yrs
Density1,046/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,781
Per Capita$21,840
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty30.0%
County GDP$6,989M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$60,300
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$102,939
Housing Units420
Rent Burden23.2%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.1%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation340 ft (104 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+86.9%
Graduate+4.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 32%
Commute21 min
Broadband71.9%
Libraries2

Is Brookport a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brookport is $40,781, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brookport is $60,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Brookport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Brookport has a population of 680 with a density of 1,046 people per square mile. The median age is 32.5 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

680
Total Population
1,046
People / sq mi
32.5yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Brookport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brookport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brookport is $40,781, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Brookport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,781
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,840
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$79,819

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.0%
142% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,900
County GDP$6,989M

Business (County)

Restaurants227
Healthcare284
Retail379
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.7 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Brookport is $60,300, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $102,939.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,300
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$102,939
Median List Price$102,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$102,000
$/Sq Ft$66
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden23.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.2%
Housing Units420
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,983
14% above US avg
Effective Rate6.61%
In Brookport, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits59.6%
Premature Death11,387/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access86.4%
Healthcare Facilities284
Brookport has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.1 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation340 ft (104 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Coordinates37.1258°N, 88.6260°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS21145
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.9-point margin. 71.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.9%
D 31.9%

Winner: Republican by 34.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+86.9%
Graduate Degree+4.2%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,046/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities284
Restaurants227
Retail Stores379

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.7 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.9%

Nearby Cities

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