Buncombe, IL Utility & Living Guide

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Buncombe, Illinois Utility & Living Guide

Buncombe is a village in Johnson County, Illinois, United States. The population was 207 at the 2020 census..

Last updated: September 1, 2026
Total Utilities$315/mo
1BR Rent$1200/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index97 (-3)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$65,000
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Living in Buncombe, summers are hot, with Jul highs around 89.1°F, while winters are chilly, with Feb lows around 28.5°F. Winter heating is a real budget factor — 3789 degree days means 4-5 months of meaningful energy bills. The area receives 49.7 inches of rainfall per year. Median household income: $56,563. With a 19.9% poverty rate and 75.2% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Nearby cities: Vienna (6mi SE), Anna (15mi W), Marion (18mi N). Air quality is Moderate — avg AQI 52 over the past week.
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Monthly Utility Costs

⚡ Electric

$130/mo

Local utility provider
🔥 Gas

$60/mo

Local gas utility
💧 Water

$35/mo

Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage

$25/mo

Municipal waste management
📶 Internet

$65/mo

Combined Average Overhead$315/month

Housing Market

Rent & Property
1 Bedroom$1200/mo
2 Bedrooms$1500/mo
3 Bedrooms$2000/mo
Median Home Price$65,000
Property Tax Rate2.07%
Avg Childcare/mo$1000
Contact a local realtor for current market conditions in Buncombe.

Cost of Living

Overall COL Index

97

US national avg = 100
vs National Avg

-3

Groceries

97

Transportation

100

Healthcare

100

Childcare/mo

$1000

Tax Rates

Tax Overview
Total Sales Tax6.25%
Property Tax Rate2.07%

Family & Relocation

Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index

55

Higher = safer
School Rating

6

GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare

$1000/mo

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Population: 5,000

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📊 Buncombe — Census & Demographic Data

Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.

💰 Median Household Income
$56,563
🏠 Homeownership Rate
75.2%
🔑 Renter Rate
24.8%
📉 Poverty Rate
19.9%
💼 Unemployment Rate
7.9%
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