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Buckner, IL
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Buckner, IL
At a Glance
How Buckner Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Buckner's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Buckner a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Buckner residents earn a median household income of $47,222 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,333. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,137 business establishments, including 133 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Buckner is $53,600 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $56,644. Median rent is $1,025/month, with 30.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1950.
Safety & Crime
Buckner reports 1,534 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 304% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 14,724/100K.
Education
13.3% of adults in Buckner hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Buckner has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.