Living in Bureau County, Illinois

Bureau County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 33,587. The main communities are Princeton, Spring Valley.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $680/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $118K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and warm summers (highs around 81°F). Natural hazard risks include hurricane risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Bureau County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a predominantly working-class population (21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.