Hartford, IL
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Hartford, IL
At a Glance
How Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hartford's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hartford residents earn a median household income of $39,364 , which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,859. The unemployment rate stands at 6.3% (75% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 15,318 business establishments, including 1,029 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hartford is $65,800 , 77% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $83,138. Median rent is $925/month, with 47.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 100.0 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1953.
Safety & Crime
Hartford reports 87 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 77% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,569/100K.
Education
7.6% of adults in Hartford hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hartford has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches.