Belvidere

IL

Boone County, Illinois

Population 53K |Median income $84,571

Population
53,230
Boone County
Median Income
$84,571
+24% vs avg
Median Home Value
$216,900
-5% vs avg
Median Age
39.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
53K-2%
Median Income
$84,571+39%
Median Home Value
$216,900+37%
Poverty Rate
9.9%-12%
Unemployment
7.4%-39%

Economics

Median Rent
$1,041/mo
Poverty Rate
9.9% -30% vs avg
Unemployment 7.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.6%
Work From Home 9.6%
Public Transit 0.3%

Population

White 71.8%
African American 3%
Asian 1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
36.8%
Obesity
36.8%
High Blood Pressure
34.9%
Physical Inactivity
25.6%
Binge Drinking
17.5%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.7%
Current Smoking
14.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.9%
Diabetes
12.2%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.8%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 60.3%
Annual Checkup 77.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.5%

Alerts & News — Belvidere Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 5

What is the population of Belvidere, IL? ▼
Belvidere, IL has a population of 53,230 people, located in Boone County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Belvidere? ▼
The median household income in Belvidere, IL is $84,571 per year. The poverty rate is 9.9%.
What is the median home value in Belvidere? ▼
The median home value in Belvidere, IL is $216,900. Median rent is $1,041/month.
What are the top health concerns in Belvidere? ▼
The top health indicators in Belvidere include Short Sleep Duration (36.8%), Obesity (36.8%), High Blood Pressure (34.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.
What is the median age in Belvidere? ▼
The median age in Belvidere, IL is 39.7 years. 23.6% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Belvidere, IL is located in Boone County, Illinois. With a population of 53K and a median household income of $84,571, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration and obesity. Safety alerts for the Belvidere area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Boone County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.