Bourbonnais 68 Good
Bourbonnais Livability #440 ranked city in Illinois#9,091 ranked city in the USARanks better than 68% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Bourbonnais

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The overall cost of living in this area is much lower than average. This includes everyday goods and services, as well as housing, utilities and health care.

  • Employment

    The combination of higher than average median home income, income per capita and low unemployment rates results in a score that is well above average in the employment category.

  • Housing

    This area has received high scores in the housing category. This could be due to a positive home affordability ratio, high appreciation rates or elevated home values.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A majority of amenities are not ideally situated within a reasonable walking distance, which may lead residents to rely on a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Public transportation is not readily available in this area and the average commute time to work could also be longer than the national average.

  • Ratings

    AreaVibes conducted surveys and polls with locals who live in the area. The results were not favorable for walkability of amenities, parks, public transit and the overall sense of community in the area.

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What's it like Living in Bourbonnais?

Located in the state of Illinois, Bourbonnais is a medium-sized city with a population of 19,639 people. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (81% White). Given that fact, Bourbonnais could be considered less diverse than other cities. In Bourbonnais, only 49% of people over the age of fifteen are married. This city could be a good option for singles ready to mingle. If you're not a fan of traffic congestion and long commute times to work, Bourbonnais is the place to be. Commutes to work here are shorter, with an average one-way commute time taking only 21 minutes, significantly lower than the national average of 26 minutes.

Living in Bourbonnais can be a fulfilling experience for anyone relocating to the town. Having said that, in the state of Illinois, there are many amazing places to live, so choose wisely! When searching for a new neighborhood, several factors play a vital role in determining its suitability. Safety should be a top priority, ensuring a secure environment with low crime rates. Proximity to your workplace or school helps minimize commuting time and allows for a better work-life balance. Availability of essential amenities such as parks, coffee shops, restaurants, grocery stores, and healthcare facilities contributes to convenience and well-being. Access to reliable public transportation options facilitates easy commuting and connectivity. Additionally, considering the sense of community and the overall atmosphere that resonates with your lifestyle and preferences fosters a harmonious living experience. Using the livability score which includes data from categories like amenities, crime, commute, employment, you can easily compare the best places to live in Bourbonnais and also determine if there are any nearby cities that might be a better match for your lifestyle. You can also compare Bourbonnais to Illinois and the national average.

With a livability score of 67 out of 100, Bourbonnais is ranked #8,772 in the United States and #397 in Illinois. For each of the livability categories, we see that Bourbonnais ranks very well for crime (B), cost of living (A), employment (A-) and housing (A+). On a more negative note, Bourbonnais does not have favorable grades for the following: amenities (F) and education (D). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

A healthy real estate market serves as a key economic indicator. It could signify overall local economic strength, stability and reflects consumer confidence in the area. Based on multiple factors including: median home and rental prices, appreciation rates and home affordability, Bourbonnais has received high marks in the housing category. Based on these calculations, the apartment rental and real estate market appears to be very healthy.

Being close to public transit, grocery stores, parks and other conveniences are all important when weighing your options for a new home in Bourbonnais. Before you determine if any of these amenities are available in the area, you will also want to know if the real estate prices in Bourbonnais are affordable. The median home price for Bourbonnais homes is $188,000, which is 7.6% higher than the Illinois average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Bourbonnais, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 2.4, which is 20% lower than the Illinois average.

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      Statistic Bourbonnais Illinois National
      Average one way commute21min29min26min
      Workers who drive to work82.5%73.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool7.8%8.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.5%9.2%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.6%0.6%
      Workers who walk4.8%3.1%2.8%
      Working from home3.4%4.4%4.6%
      Source: The Bourbonnais, IL data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).