Bond County Public RecordsIllinois

As of the 2020 Census, Bond County, Illinois, has a population of approximately 16,725. The median age is about 41.7 years. The gender distribution is roughly 51% female and 49% male. Racially, the county is 89% White, 6.3% Black or African American, 0.4% Asian, 0.2% Native American, and 1.7% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino residents make up about 2.4% of the population.

Bond County, Illinois, serves about 3,750 K-12 students across 11 public schools, including Greenville High School. The high school graduation rate is approximately 87%, while about 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. Schools in the county earn an average test score of around 50% proficiency in reading and math. Adult education is available through Kaskaskia College’s Greenville campus. School safety ratings are average, with low incidence of major incidents, and educational programs include dual-credit, special education, and vocational training options.

As of 2023, Bond County, Illinois, has an employment rate of approximately 58%. The leading industries are health care & social assistance (19%), manufacturing (14%), and educational services (13%). Top occupations include office & administrative support (15%), production (12%), and sales (10%). About 77% of workers commute by car, with an average commute time of 24 minutes. While most residents work within the county, around 34% commute to neighboring counties, such as Madison and St. Clair.

Bond County, IL, features a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values around $108,000 and median monthly rents near $730. Housing is primarily single-family homes, though some multi-family units exist. Greenville is the largest community, offering a mix of historic and newer neighborhoods. Property values have seen steady but modest growth, around 2% per year since 2020. Property tax rates average 2.1%, translating to approximately $2,270 yearly on a median-value home. The area is known for its affordability and stable housing market compared to larger Illinois counties.

Bond County, Illinois, has around 10,000 registered voters as of 2022. The county administers elections for federal, state, and local offices, including referenda, through the Bond County Clerk’s office. In the 2020 presidential election, turnout was approximately 70%, with Republicans receiving about 68% of the vote and Democrats 30%. There are 14 designated polling locations across the county. Key issues include agriculture, local taxes, and infrastructure. Major parties are Republican and Democrat. The process is overseen by a bipartisan election commission to ensure transparency and compliance with state and federal regulations.

Bond County, IL, maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. In 2022, the violent crime rate was approximately 1.5 per 1,000 residents, while property crime stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents. Local law enforcement emphasizes community policing, and crime reporting is consistent, with annual reports compiled by the Illinois State Police. Recent statistics indicate overall crime has decreased by about 10% over the past five years, contributing to improved safety and resident confidence in public security measures.