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Bush, IL

Illinois

Bush is a small town in Illinois with a population of 347. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 754/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $22,147 per capita
$80,700 Home Value
$738 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,700 home value, $738/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $80,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density754/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans2.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$22,147
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$3,297M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,700
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units124
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking18.3%
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.0 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation395 ft (120 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+77.1%
Graduate+2.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.6%
Libraries3

Is Bush a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bush receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bush offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bush is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bush is $80,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Bush enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bush has a population of 347 with a density of 754 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

347
Total Population
754
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bush vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.2%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.8%
79% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bush vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bush is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Bush vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,147
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$62,530

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,137
County GDP$3,297M

Business (County)

Restaurants133
Healthcare182
Retail177
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bush is $80,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,700
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$738
37% below US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.0%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,688
91% above US avg
Effective Rate8.29%
In Bush, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death10,751/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities182
Bush has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.0 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.4°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.0 inches
16% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation395 ft (120 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density754/sq mi
Coordinates37.8419°N, 89.1299°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 90.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+77.1%
Graduate Degree+2.8%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density754/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities182
Restaurants133
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone82.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.4%

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