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Bryant, IL

Illinois

Bryant is a small town in Illinois with a population of 252. Residents earn $52,614 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
252 Population 1,008/sq mi density
$52,614 Median Income $23,363 per capita
$107,400 Home Value
$577 Median Rent 36.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$52,614 median income, 11.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,400 home value, $577/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,614
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,400
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.6%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $577
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.3%
214% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age32.4 yrs
Density1,008/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

D
Median Income$52,614
Per Capita$23,363
Unemployment11.3%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,400
Rent$577
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units106
Rent Burden36.5%

Health

Obesity40.3%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking18.4%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation619 ft (189 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.6%
High School+79.7%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute26 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries8

Is Bryant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bryant receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bryant has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bryant is $52,614, 30% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.3%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 36.1% 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 Bryant is $107,400, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $577 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bryant experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bryant has a population of 252 with a density of 1,008 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 (95.6%).

Population

252
Total Population
1,008
People / sq mi
32.4yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Bryant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bryant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bryant is $52,614, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bryant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,614
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,363
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.3%
214% above US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bryant is $107,400, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $577 (50% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,400
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$577
50% below US avg
Rent Burden36.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%
Housing Units106
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.35%
In Bryant, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure33.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.4%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits57.6%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Bryant has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation619 ft (189 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,008/sq mi
Coordinates40.4654°N, 90.0949°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.6%
66% below US avg
High School+79.7%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,008/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone74.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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