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Buda, IL

Illinois

Buda is a small town in Illinois with a population of 511. Residents earn $49,922 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
511 Population 506/sq mi density
$49,922 Median Income $28,252 per capita
$69,800 Home Value
$894 Median Rent 31.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,922 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$69,800 home value, $894/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,922
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $69,800
75% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $894
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.5%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population511
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density506/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,922
Per Capita$28,252
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$1,598M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$69,800
Rent$894
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units230
Rent Burden31.6%

Health

Obesity37.5%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking16.1%
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation746 ft (227 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+80.2%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute33 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries14

Is Buda a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buda receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Buda offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Buda is $49,922, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Buda is $69,800, 75% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $894 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Buda experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.6 inches, including 30.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Buda has a population of 511 with a density of 506 people per square mile. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.4%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

511
Total Population
506
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Buda vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Buda vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buda is $49,922, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Buda vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,922
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,252
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$67,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)771
County GDP$1,598M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare60
Retail95
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Buda is $69,800, 75% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $894 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$69,800
75% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$56
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.2%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$894
23% below US avg
Rent Burden31.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%
Housing Units230
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,364
53% above US avg
Effective Rate7.68%
In Buda, 37.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 25.2% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.5%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits65.5%
Premature Death8,701/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities60
Buda has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.6 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall30.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation746 ft (227 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density506/sq mi
Coordinates41.3290°N, 89.6793°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 24.3-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 24.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+80.2%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density506/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants77
Retail Stores95

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone91.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.7%

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