What are the schools like in Bushnell, IL?

Bushnell is served primarily by Bushnell Prairie City CUSD 170. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.9:1.

What is the median household income in Bushnell?

The median household income in Bushnell, IL is $52,227 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 Bushnell, IL?

Bushnell has an average high temperature of 32.7°F in January and 85.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 21.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Bushnell, IL affordable or expensive?

Bushnell's cost of living index is 88, where 100 represents the national average. This means Bushnell is 12% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $72,400 and the median rent is $638 per month.

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

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

Is Bushnell, IL a Good Place to Live?

Bushnell is a small town of 2,850 in Illinois, with a median household income of $52,227 and a 5.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 88 (US average = 100), which is 12% below the national average.

Strengths: Bushnell stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-).

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

All Bushnell 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: 88.0

Bushnell's overall cost of living index is 88.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Bushnell costs roughly 12% less than the average American city.

Metric	Bushnell, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$72,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$638	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	71.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$52,227	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Bushnell is served primarily by Bushnell Prairie City CUSD 170. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Bushnell, IL	National Avg
School District	Bushnell Prairie City CUSD 170	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	13.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	91.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Bushnell sees average highs of 32.7°F in January and 85.7°F in July, with 38.5 inches of annual precipitation and 21.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Bushnell, IL
Average High — January	32.7°F
Average High — July	85.7°F
Annual Precipitation	38.5"
Annual Snowfall	21.3"

Demographics

Metric	Bushnell, IL	National Avg
Population	2,850	—
Median Age	42.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	5.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.0 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	95.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.5%	18.9%
Asian	0.8%	6.3%
Under 18	20.6%	22.2%
65 and over	17.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Bardolph, IL 5 mi Prairie City, IL 5 mi Marietta, IL 7 mi Avon, IL 8 mi Good Hope, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Bushnell

Bushnell, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61422

Bushnell vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bushnell, IL affordable or expensive?

Bushnell's cost of living index is 88, where 100 is the national average. That makes Bushnell roughly 12% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $72,400 and median rent is $638/month.

What is the crime rate in Bushnell, IL?

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

What are the schools like in Bushnell?

Public schools in Bushnell are operated by Bushnell Prairie City CUSD 170. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.9:1. 13.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Bushnell, IL a good place to live?

Bushnell, IL has a population of 2,850, a median household income of $52,227, and an unemployment rate of 5.2%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Bushnell?

Bushnell averages 32.7°F in January and 85.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.5 inches with about 21.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Bushnell?

Bushnell, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61422.

What is the population of Bushnell?

The population of Bushnell, Illinois is 2,850 with a median age of 42.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Bushnell?

Key numbers for living in Bushnell: cost of living index 88 (100 = US average), median home $72,400, median household income $52,227, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Bushnell side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.