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Harvel, IL

Illinois

Harvel is a small town in Illinois with a population of 254. Residents earn $63,500 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
254 Population 353/sq mi density
$63,500 Median Income $24,898 per capita
$50,800 Home Value $145,500 Zillow
$730 Median Rent 16.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$63,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,800 home value, $730/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,500
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,800
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $730
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population254
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans3.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,500
Per Capita$24,898
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,800
Rent$730
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,500
Housing Units99
Rent Burden16.0%

Health

Obesity36.9%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation637 ft (194 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+78.9%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute37 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries6

Is Harvel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Harvel receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Harvel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Harvel is $63,500, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Harvel is $50,800, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Harvel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°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 40.0 inches, including 16.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Harvel has a population of 254 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

254
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Harvel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Harvel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Harvel is $63,500, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Harvel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,500
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,603
IRS Avg AGI$66,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)697
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare66
Retail112
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.9 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Harvel is $50,800, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $730 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,500.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,800
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$730
37% below US avg
Rent Burden16.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.3%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,300
23% above US avg
Effective Rate8.46%
In Harvel, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.2% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.2%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits62.5%
Premature Death11,025/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access38.3%
Healthcare Facilities66
Harvel has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall16.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation637 ft (194 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates39.3577°N, 89.5322°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.1%
D 27.1%

Winner: Republican by 44 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+78.9%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants77
Retail Stores112

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.9 min
Drive Alone93.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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