Median Income
$52,723
30% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
14.9%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,206
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.0%
52% lower than US avg
How Bushnell Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,148
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Economy
A
Median Income$52,723
Per Capita$28,134
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$7,559M
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,200
Rent$1,206
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$291,496
Rent Burden21.9%
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
Climate
Avg Temp70°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation61 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+14.9%
High School+86.1%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 31%
Commute29 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5
Is Bushnell a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Bushnell receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Bushnell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Bushnell is $52,723, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Bushnell is $109,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,206 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
14.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Bushnell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 70°F. Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Bushnell has a population of 3,148 with a density of 231 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 6.5% Black.
Population
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 90.2% |
| 15% above US avg |
| Spanish | 9.8% |
| 27% below US avg |
The median household income in Bushnell is $52,723, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $52,723 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,134 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,113 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $94,619 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.0% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,697 |
| County GDP | $7,559M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 191 |
| Healthcare | 271 |
| Retail | 282 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,495 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.95% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.5 min |
| Work from Home | 7.7% |
The median home value in Bushnell is $109,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,206 (4% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $291,496.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,200 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $291,496 |
| Median List Price | $267,450 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $267,450 |
| $/Sq Ft | $171 |
| Homes Sold | 6 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 99.4% |
| Price Drops | 66.7% |
| Inventory | 18 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,206 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 21.9% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,495 |
| 86% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.95% |
In Bushnell, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Bushnell vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 27.0% |
| Depression | 19.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.7% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.0% |
| Premature Death | 10,415/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 89.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
Crime Rates: Bushnell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 33 |
Safety Score
Bushnell has an average annual temperature of 70°F (21°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
56°F Jan (13°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 69.6°F |
| 29% above US avg |
| January Average | 56°F (13°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 61 ft (19 m) |
| Area | 13.6 sq mi (35.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 28.6869°N, 82.1144°W |
| County FIPS | 12119 |