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Hanaford, IL

Illinois

Hanaford is a small town in Illinois with a population of 327. Residents earn $59,500 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
327 Population 324/sq mi density
$59,500 Median Income $29,020 per capita
$56,100 Home Value
$880 Median Rent 16.3% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,500 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,100 home value, $880/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,500
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $880
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.9%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population327
Median Age44.6 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans4.3%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,500
Per Capita$29,020
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty3.9%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,100
Rent$880
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units153
Rent Burden16.3%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured8.5%
Smoking16.2%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation492 ft (150 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute19 min
Broadband93.4%
Libraries6

Is Hanaford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hanaford receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hanaford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hanaford is $59,500, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hanaford is $56,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $880 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hanaford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hanaford has a population of 327 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 44.6 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%), with 4.6% Hispanic.

Population

327
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
44.6yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hanaford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hanaford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hanaford is $59,500, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Hanaford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,500
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,020
Avg Weekly Wage$900
IRS Avg AGI$56,631

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.9%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)705
County GDP$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare60
Retail128
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,946
13% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.8 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hanaford is $56,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $880 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,100
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$880
24% below US avg
Rent Burden16.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,946
13% above US avg
Effective Rate7.03%
In Hanaford, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.2% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.3%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured8.5%
1% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death12,271/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access70.8%
Healthcare Facilities60
Hanaford has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.6 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation492 ft (150 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates37.9552°N, 88.8310°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.6-point margin. 93.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants88
Retail Stores128

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.8 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.5%

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