Hainesville, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hainesville is a small town in Illinois with a population of 3,524. Residents earn $126,125 per year, which is 68% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,524 Population 1,905/sq mi density
$126,125 Median Income $53,527 per capita
$218,500 Home Value $285,854 Zillow
$1,219 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$126,125 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$218,500 home value, $1,219/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
40.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $126,125
68% higher than US avg
Home Value $218,500
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 40.0%
19% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,219
5% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.5%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

How Hainesville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,524
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,905/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 71%

Economy

A+
Median Income$126,125
Per Capita$53,527
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$218,500
Rent$1,219
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$285,854

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression19.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation774 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+40.0%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute32 min
Libraries13

Is Hainesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hainesville receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Hainesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hainesville is $126,125, which is significantly higher than the national average — 68% above $75,149. This places Hainesville among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hainesville is $218,500, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hainesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches, including 43.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hainesville has a population of 3,524 with a density of 1,905 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 3.8% Black.

Population

3,524
Total Population
1,905
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Hainesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only78.5%
0% below US avg
Spanish21.5%
60% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hainesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hainesville is $126,125, which is 68% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hainesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$126,125
68% above US avg
Per Capita Income$53,527
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.7 min
Work from Home16.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hainesville is $218,500, 22% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,854.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,500
22% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,854
Median List Price$310,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$310,000
$/Sq Ft$137
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio94.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,219
5% above US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)$2,400

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate3.99%
In Hainesville, 33.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.4% report depression. 21.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hainesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.5%
4% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma9.5%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression19.4%
Mental Distress15.8%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846

Crime Rates: Hainesville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Hainesville has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg
Snowfall43.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation774 ft (236 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density1,905/sq mi
Coordinates42.3362°N, 88.0734°W
County FIPS17111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+40.0%
19% above US avg
High School+92.8%
School Test Score5.34
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,905/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.7 min
Work from Home16.5%

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