What are the schools like in Benld, IL?

School district data for Benld is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in Benld?

The median household income in Benld, IL is $52,738 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 5.2%.

What is the weather like in Benld, IL?

Benld has an average high temperature of 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 43.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 13.9 inches.

Benld, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Benld, IL affordable or expensive?

Benld's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Benld is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $78,500 and the median rent is $798 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Benld, IL?

Crime rate data for Benld is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Benld, IL a Good Place to Live?

Benld is a small town of 1,531 in Illinois, with a median household income of $52,738 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Benld stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Benld is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Benld city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 96.3

Benld's overall cost of living index is 96.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Benld costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Benld, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$78,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$798	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	70.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,738	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Benld is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Metric	Benld, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.6%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Benld sees average highs of 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July, with 43.5 inches of annual precipitation and 13.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Benld, IL
Average High — January	36.1°F
Average High — July	86.2°F
Annual Precipitation	43.5"
Annual Snowfall	13.9"

Demographics

Metric	Benld, IL	National Avg
Population	1,531	—
Median Age	40.4	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	29.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.3%	6.3%
Under 18	21.2%	22.2%
65 and over	21.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Sawyerville, IL 1 mi Eagarville, IL 2 mi Mount Clare, IL 2 mi White City, IL 2 mi Gillespie, IL 2 mi

ZIP Codes in Benld

Benld, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62009

Benld vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benld, IL affordable or expensive?

Benld's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Benld roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $78,500 and median rent is $798/month.

What is the crime rate in Benld, IL?

Crime data for Benld is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Benld?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is Benld, IL a good place to live?

Benld, IL has a population of 1,531, a median household income of $52,738, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Benld?

Benld averages 36.1°F in January and 86.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 43.5 inches with about 13.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Benld?

Benld, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62009.

What is the population of Benld?

The population of Benld, Illinois is 1,531 with a median age of 40.4. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Benld?

Key numbers for living in Benld: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $78,500, median household income $52,738. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Benld side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.