Bloomington, IL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 71,006 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Average |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Bloomington is located adjacent to its twin city, Normal.
Cultural Attractions
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival at Illinois State University in Bloomington is in its 30th year.
Recreation
Evergreen Racquet Club, Hunter Oaks Equestrian Club, and Illinois Valley Parachute Club offer recreational opportunities to area residents.
Historical
Adlai Stevenson grew up here.
Economy
The city’s two largest employers are State Farm Insurance and Illinois State University.
| Population [details] | 71,006 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 74.0% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 646.84 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 45.50% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 39.51 °F/21.39 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 88.93 °F/66.22 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 45.27 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 51 |
| Cost of living [details] | 95.8 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Chicago (111.21 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CENTRAL IL REGIONAL AIRPORT AT BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL (4.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Wineries |
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