Hartsburg, IL

Illinois

Hartsburg is a small town in Illinois with a population of 441. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
441 Population 2,940/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $32,764 per capita
$89,500 Home Value
$1,055 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,500 home value, $1,055/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,500
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,055
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.5%
96% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density2,940/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$32,764
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty0.5%
County GDP$1,344M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,500
Rent$1,055
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation604 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+98.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute23 min
Broadband86.4%
Libraries5

Is Hartsburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartsburg receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hartsburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartsburg is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartsburg is $89,500, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,055 per month. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartsburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 19.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hartsburg has a population of 441 with a density of 2,940 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%).

Population

441
Total Population
2,940
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.7%
Female 41.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartsburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hartsburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartsburg is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hartsburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,764
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$67,999

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.5%
96% below US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$1,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare57
Retail71
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartsburg is $89,500, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,055 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,500
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,055
9% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Rate4.87%
In Hartsburg, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.6%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.1%
Physical Distress11.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death7,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities57

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Hartsburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall19.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation604 ft (184 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,940/sq mi
Coordinates40.2506°N, 89.4411°W
County FIPS17107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 86.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,940/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants65
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.1%

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