Living in Buckley, summers are warm, peaking at 83.9°F in Jul, while winters are cold — Feb lows average 19.8°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 5230 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. With 39.3 inches annually, the climate is relatively dry. Within 5 miles: 1 school. For hospital care, the nearest facility is in a neighboring city. Median household income: $51,875. With a 15.7% poverty rate and 84.5% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Paxton (10mi SW), Watseka (20mi NE), Hoopeston (21mi E). Air quality is Good — avg AQI 43 over the past week.