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Bulpitt, IL

Illinois

Bulpitt is a small town in Illinois with a population of 213. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
213 Population 3,043/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $28,811 per capita
$80,600 Home Value
$843 Median Rent 37.1% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,600 home value, $843/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.5%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $843
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population213
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density3,043/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$28,811
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$1,970M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,600
Rent$843
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units114
Rent Burden37.1%

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.3%
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation602 ft (183 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.5%
High School+97.7%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries5

Is Bulpitt a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bulpitt is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bulpitt is $80,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $843 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bulpitt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 16.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bulpitt has a population of 213 with a density of 3,043 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 2.3% Hispanic.

Population

213
Total Population
3,043
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Bulpitt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bulpitt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bulpitt is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bulpitt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,811
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$68,828

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,970M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare58
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Bulpitt is $80,600, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $843 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,600
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$843
28% below US avg
Rent Burden37.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.4%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,100
17% above US avg
Effective Rate5.09%
In Bulpitt, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.3% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.3%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.7%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.5%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits59.7%
Premature Death8,451/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities58
Bulpitt has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.1 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.1 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall16.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation602 ft (183 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,043/sq mi
Coordinates39.5919°N, 89.4258°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.5%
84% below US avg
High School+97.7%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,043/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities58
Restaurants80
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

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