Buckingham, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Buckingham is a small town in Illinois with a population of 287. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
287 Population 1,148/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $33,210 per capita
$116,200 Home Value $254,432 Zillow
$825 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,200 home value, $825/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,200
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.9%
85% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population287
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density1,148/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$33,210
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$6,044M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,200
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,432
Housing Units93
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking14.5%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation654 ft (199 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.9%
High School+86.7%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries3

Is Buckingham a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckingham 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. Buckingham offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buckingham is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buckingham is $116,200, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 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

4.9% 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

Buckingham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.7 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Buckingham has a population of 287 with a density of 1,148 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

287
Total Population
1,148
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckingham vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Buckingham vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckingham is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Buckingham vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,210
Avg Weekly Wage$1,344
IRS Avg AGI$81,890

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,204
County GDP$6,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare145
Retail162
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Buckingham is $116,200, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,432.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,200
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,432

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.6%
Housing Units93
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,618
89% above US avg
Effective Rate5.70%
In Buckingham, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 14.5% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.5%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits63.5%
Premature Death7,576/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access78.7%
Healthcare Facilities145
Buckingham has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average22°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation654 ft (199 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,148/sq mi
Coordinates41.0471°N, 88.1749°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (85% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 29.6-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.1%
D 34.5%

Winner: Republican by 29.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.9%
85% below US avg
High School+86.7%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,148/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities145
Restaurants130
Retail Stores162

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone76.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

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