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Broughton, IL

Illinois

Broughton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 213. Residents earn $52,500 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
213 Population 113/sq mi density
$52,500 Median Income $19,967 per capita
$38,800 Home Value
$625 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$52,500 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$38,800 home value, $625/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,500
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $38,800
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,500
Per Capita$19,967
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$1,123M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$38,800
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units83
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking15.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.1 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation382 ft (116 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+3.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute26 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries4

Is Broughton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Broughton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Broughton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Broughton is $52,500, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Broughton is $38,800, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Broughton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°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 47.1 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Broughton has a population of 213 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%).

Population

213
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Broughton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Broughton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Broughton is $52,500, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Broughton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,500
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,967
Avg Weekly Wage$896
IRS Avg AGI$59,801

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)503
County GDP$1,123M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare73
Retail103
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate12.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Broughton is $38,800, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$38,800
86% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% 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-Occupied72.1%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,839
38% above US avg
Effective Rate12.47%
In Broughton, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep37.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,555
Dentists1:3,298
Mental Health1:257
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits60.9%
Premature Death11,841/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.1%
Healthcare Facilities73
Broughton has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.1 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.1 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation382 ft (116 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates37.9339°N, 88.4624°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17165
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.9%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+3.6%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities73
Restaurants46
Retail Stores103

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Drive Alone90.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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