What are the schools like in Bunker Hill, IL?

Bunker Hill is served primarily by Bunker Hill CUSD 8. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1.

What is the median household income in Bunker Hill?

The median household income in Bunker Hill, IL is $67,422 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.2%.

What is the weather like in Bunker Hill, IL?

Bunker Hill has an average high temperature of 39.0°F in January and 87.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 16.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Bunker Hill, IL affordable or expensive?

Bunker Hill's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bunker Hill is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $127,100 and the median rent is $848 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Bunker Hill, IL?

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

Is Bunker Hill, IL a Good Place to Live?

Bunker Hill is a small town of 1,393 in Illinois, with a median household income of $67,422 and a 6.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

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

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

All Bunker Hill 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

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

Metric	Bunker Hill, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$127,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$848	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$67,422	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Bunker Hill is served primarily by Bunker Hill CUSD 8. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bunker Hill, IL	National Avg
School District	Bunker Hill CUSD 8	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	88.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bunker Hill sees average highs of 39.0°F in January and 87.3°F in July, with 42.3 inches of annual precipitation and 16.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bunker Hill, IL
Average High — January	39.0°F
Average High — July	87.3°F
Annual Precipitation	42.3"
Annual Snowfall	16.5"

Demographics

Metric	Bunker Hill, IL	National Avg
Population	1,393	—
Median Age	41.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.3%	18.9%
Asian	1.5%	6.3%
Under 18	21.7%	22.2%
65 and over	17.2%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Bunker Hill

Bunker Hill, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

62014

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bunker Hill, IL affordable or expensive?

Bunker Hill's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bunker Hill roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $127,100 and median rent is $848/month.

What is the crime rate in Bunker Hill, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Bunker Hill?

Public schools in Bunker Hill are operated by Bunker Hill CUSD 8. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.3:1. 13.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bunker Hill, IL a good place to live?

Bunker Hill, IL has a population of 1,393, a median household income of $67,422, and an unemployment rate of 6.2%. 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 Bunker Hill?

Bunker Hill averages 39.0°F in January and 87.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.3 inches with about 16.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bunker Hill?

Bunker Hill, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 62014.

What is the population of Bunker Hill?

The population of Bunker Hill, Illinois is 1,393 with a median age of 41.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bunker Hill?

Key numbers for living in Bunker Hill: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $127,100, median household income $67,422, schools rated C+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bunker Hill side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.