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Hamburg, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hamburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 135. Residents earn $43,625 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
135 Population 260/sq mi density
$43,625 Median Income $21,370 per capita
$75,400 Home Value $176,957 Zillow
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$43,625 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,400 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,625
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,400
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.0%
134% higher than US avg

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

People

Population135
Median Age57.4 yrs
Density260/mi²
Male / Female65% / 35%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,625
Per Capita$21,370
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty29.0%
County GDP$131M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$176,957
Housing Units98
Rent Burden29.1%

Health

Obesity36.5%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.7%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation546 ft (166 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+81.7%
Graduate+3.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Broadband47.0%
Libraries1

Is Hamburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hamburg receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hamburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hamburg is $43,625, 42% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hamburg is $75,400, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hamburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hamburg has a population of 135 with a density of 260 people per square mile. The median age is 57.4 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

135
Total Population
260
People / sq mi
57.4yrs
Median Age
48% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.2%
Female 34.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hamburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hamburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hamburg is $43,625, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Hamburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,625
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,370
Avg Weekly Wage$699
IRS Avg AGI$67,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above US avg
Establishments (County)92
County GDP$131M

Business (County)

Restaurants19
Healthcare3
Retail14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,325
24% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hamburg is $75,400, 73% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $176,957.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,400
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$176,957

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.5%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,325
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.74%
In Hamburg, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure31.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.1%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits58.4%
Premature Death9,814/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access2.0%
Healthcare Facilities3
Hamburg has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation546 ft (166 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density260/sq mi
Coordinates39.2323°N, 90.7156°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 47.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.8%
D 20.9%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+81.7%
Graduate Degree+3.1%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density260/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access47.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants19
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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