Barry Public RecordsIllinois

Barry city in Pike County, Illinois, had a 2020 population of 1,195. The median age was about 42 years. Gender distribution was nearly even, with 50.6% female and 49.4% male. Racially, the population was predominantly White (96.2%), with small percentages of African American (0.7%), Native American (0.2%), and other races (1.4%); 1.5% identified as Hispanic or Latino.

Barry, Pike County, IL, primarily relies on personal vehicles for transportation, with an estimated 93% of commuters driving alone and under 1% using public transit. The average commute time is about 22 minutes, slightly below the Illinois state average. Transportation infrastructure includes U.S. Route 36 and Illinois Route 106, with limited public transit options. Most households (over 92%) have at least one vehicle, and 35% possess two or more vehicles. Major employment hubs are local schools, healthcare facilities, and agriculture-related businesses, with most residents commuting to nearby towns or Quincy for work.

Barry, located in Pike County, IL, is served primarily by the Western Community Unit School District 12, featuring Western High School and Western Elementary School. The district enrolls around 450 students, with a high school graduation rate of approximately 84%. There are no institutions offering bachelor’s degrees within Barry; most adults pursue higher education outside the city. Educational programs include STEM and FFA, and school safety scores are above state average, with minimal incidents reported annually. Adult education opportunities are limited locally, but GED programs are accessible nearby. Average school ratings range from 6-7/10.

Barry, Pike County, IL has a homeownership rate of about 75%, with median home values near $75,000. Rental occupancy is around 25%, with typical rents averaging $650/month. The local housing stock mainly consists of single-family homes, especially in established neighborhoods near the city center. Recent trends show property values rising modestly (2-4% annually). Property taxes average 1.8% of assessed value. Popular neighborhoods include the areas surrounding Main Street, providing access to amenities and local schools. Overall, Barry offers affordable housing compared to state and national averages.

Barry, located in Pike County, IL, has limited healthcare infrastructure, with no hospitals within city limits; the closest is Illini Community Hospital, 17 miles away in Pittsfield. Barry hosts one primary care clinic (Blessing Health Barry Clinic). Pike County has a healthcare provider rate of 64 per 100,000 (compared to Illinois’s average of 214). About 9% of the county’s population is uninsured. The area’s common health concerns include heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes, reflecting Pike’s older median age (45.8 years) and higher rates of chronic health conditions than state averages.