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Bureau Junction, IL
Full City Profile · Illinois · Putnam County County
Bureau Junction, IL
At a Glance
How Bureau Junction Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bureau Junction's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bureau Junction a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bureau Junction residents earn a median household income of $54,063 , which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,868. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 165 business establishments, including 10 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bureau Junction is $53,700 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $204,195. Median rent is $1,821/month, with 24.3% 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 1938.
Safety & Crime
Bureau Junction reports 171 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 55% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 627/100K.
Education
6.1% of adults in Bureau Junction hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below the national average). 80.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bureau Junction has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.