Living in Bond County, Illinois

Bond County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 16,950, part of the St. Louis, MO-IL MSA metro area. The main communities are Greenville.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $609/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $143K. The county has a moderate unemployment rate at 5.4%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 43°F) and hot summers (highs around 85°F). Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Bond County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 42 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.