Hardin, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hardin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 792. Residents earn $85,417 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
792 Population 372/sq mi density
$85,417 Median Income $33,126 per capita
$90,500 Home Value $161,184 Zillow
$417 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$85,417 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,500 home value, $417/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,417
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $90,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.7%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $417
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population792
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density372/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,417
Per Capita$33,126
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$131M
Commute52 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,500
Rent$417
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$161,184
Housing Units357
Rent Burden30.8%

Health

Obesity36.3%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.3%
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation459 ft (140 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.7%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score4.43

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute52 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries1

Is Hardin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hardin receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Hardin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hardin is $85,417, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hardin is $90,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $417 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hardin 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.

Hardin has a population of 792 with a density of 372 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

792
Total Population
372
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Hardin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hardin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hardin is $85,417, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Hardin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,417
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,126
Avg Weekly Wage$699
IRS Avg AGI$67,723

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below 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
Effective Tax Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.6 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hardin is $90,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $417 (64% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $161,184.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,500
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$161,184

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$417
64% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$632
1 Bedroom$698
2 Bedrooms$916
3 Bedrooms$1,098
4 Bedrooms$1,308

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.0%
Housing Units357
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,325
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
In Hardin, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 24.5% report depression. 21.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity21.6%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.9%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death9,814/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access2.0%
Healthcare Facilities3
Hardin 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

Elevation459 ft (140 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density372/sq mi
Coordinates39.1590°N, 90.6231°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 91.6% 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+20.7%
39% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score4.43
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density372/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities3
Restaurants19
Retail Stores14

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.6 min
Drive Alone78.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.5%

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