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Burtons Bridge, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Burtons Bridge is a small town in Illinois with a population of 180. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
180 Population 1,500/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $26,929 per capita
$243,600 Home Value
49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$243,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $243,600
14% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.1%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population180
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$26,929
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$243,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden30.3%

Health

Obesity32.1%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking10.7%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation743 ft (226 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute14 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries13

Is Burtons Bridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burtons Bridge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Burtons Bridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burtons Bridge is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burtons Bridge is $243,600, 14% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Burtons Bridge 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 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Burtons Bridge has a population of 180 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.9%), with 3.9% Hispanic.

Population

180
Total Population
1,500
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.2%
Female 32.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Burtons Bridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burtons Bridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burtons Bridge is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Burtons Bridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,929
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.8 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Burtons Bridge is $243,600, 14% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$243,600
14% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Burtons Bridge, 32.1% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. 10.7% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Burtons Bridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.1%
0% below US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma9.9%
COPD4.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking10.7%
24% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep31.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits66.8%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846
Burtons Bridge has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation743 ft (226 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Coordinates42.2779°N, 88.2304°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.3-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.8 min
Drive Alone64.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home35.7%

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