The Bloomington metropolitan area is the 235th largest metro area in the United States, with a total population of 144,936 spread across 14 cities and towns in IL. Anchored by Bloomington, this metro area is a significant economic and cultural hub that draws residents and businesses from across the region.

Residents of the Bloomington metro area earn an average household income of $79,773, while the average home value sits at $153,821. Renters in the area pay an average of $926 per month, making the cost of living relatively affordable compared to the national average. About 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, reflecting the area's well-educated workforce.

The Bloomington metro reports an average violent crime rate of 217.5 per 1,000 residents, which is above the national average. Property crime averages 1,410.6 per 1,000 residents across the metro. The area experiences an average annual temperature of 51.1°F, with distinct four-season weather. The average poverty rate across cities in this metro is 10.5%, which is near the national average.

With 14 distinct communities ranging from major urban centers to smaller suburban towns, the Bloomington metro area offers a wide variety of living options. Despite its more compact size, the metro area provides a range of communities with their own unique character and appeal. Explore the full list of cities below to find detailed data on population, income, housing costs, and more.

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Avg Annual Temperature	51.1°F
Avg January Temp	24.8°F
Avg July Temp	74.1°F
Avg Annual Precipitation	38.3"

Safety

Avg Violent Crime Rate	217.5 per 1K
Avg Property Crime Rate	1410.6 per 1K

Economy

Avg Unemployment Rate	2.5%
Avg Poverty Rate	10.5%
Avg Median Age	37.4

All 14 Cities in Bloomington Metro Area

1 Bloomington IL 78,703

2 Normal IL 52,908

3 Le Roy IL 3,177

4 Lexington IL 2,074

5 Hudson IL 2,048

6 Downs IL 1,451

7 Gridley IL 1,339

8 Colfax IL 955

9 Saybrook IL 714

10 Bellflower IL 410

11 Arrowsmith IL 381

12 Towanda IL 356

13 Ellsworth IL 229

14 Cooksville IL 191

Bloomington Metro Area

Largest Cities in Bloomington Metro

Bloomington, IL

Normal, IL

Le Roy, IL

Lexington, IL

Hudson, IL

Downs, IL

Gridley, IL

Colfax, IL

Saybrook, IL

Bellflower, IL

Arrowsmith, IL

Towanda, IL

Metro Area Overview

Climate

Safety

Economy

All 14 Cities in Bloomington Metro Area