Benld Public RecordsIllinois

Benld, in Macoupin County, Illinois, is served by Community Unit School District 7, with 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high school (Gillespie High School, graduation rate: ~89%). There are no colleges within the city, and about 8.8% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Average test scores in district schools are near the state average. School safety incidents are rare, and programs include basic AP and vocational courses. Adult education options are limited, mainly GED prep, with higher education accessible in nearby cities such as Springfield or Edwardsville.

Benld, located in Macoupin County, IL, relies primarily on personal vehicles, with over 90% of commuters driving alone and a vehicle ownership rate exceeding 95% of households. Public transit usage is negligible, with less than 1% reporting using public transportation for commuting. The average one-way commute time is approximately 29 minutes, slightly above the national average. Transportation infrastructure primarily consists of local roads and access to Illinois Route 4. Major employment hubs include nearby towns such as Gillespie and Litchfield, with many residents commuting to larger cities like Springfield and St. Louis for work.

Benld, located in Macoupin County, Illinois, has a population of approximately 1,430 people. The median age is 43.1 years, with 48% male and 52% female residents. Racially, the city is predominantly White (94%), with small minorities of African American (1%), Hispanic or Latino (3%), and other races or mixed backgrounds (2%). Benld's community reflects a relatively older and homogeneous population compared to state averages.

Healthcare in Benld, Macoupin County, IL, is primarily served by nearby facilities, including Community Memorial Hospital in Staunton (about 8 miles away) and Macoupin County Public Health Department clinics. There are no hospitals within Benld itself. The city has limited healthcare providers: Macoupin County averages about 1 primary care physician per 2,600 residents. Approximately 8.6% of county residents are uninsured (U.S. Census, 2021). The population, predominantly White and aged 45+, faces common issues such as hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Access to healthcare often requires travel to neighboring towns.

Benld, in Macoupin County, IL, has a homeownership rate of about 73% and a median property value near $65,000 as of 2023. Around 27% of residents rent, with median gross rents of $700 per month. The city primarily features single-family homes, with some duplexes. Neighborhoods are quiet and residential, reflecting small-town Midwestern character. Property values have remained relatively stable, with slight year-over-year increases of about 2%. Property taxes average 2% of assessed value, translating to roughly $1,300 annually for median-priced homes.