Havana, IL

Illinois

Havana is a small town in Illinois with a population of 3,176. Residents earn $55,428 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,176 Population 1,142/sq mi density
$55,428 Median Income $31,594 per capita
$95,200 Home Value $87,716 Zillow
$716 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
409 Violent Crime/100K 3,558 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$55,428 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,200 home value, $716/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
409 violent crimes/100K (8% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,428
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,200
66% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 409/100K
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $716
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.1%
46% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,176
Median Age41.7 yrs
Density1,142/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,428
Per Capita$31,594
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty18.1%
County GDP$1,138M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,200
Rent$716
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,716

Crime

F
Violent409/100K
Property3,558/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault346/100K
Burglary598/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation470 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+91.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 37%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries8

Is Havana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Havana receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Havana has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Havana is $55,428, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Havana is $95,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $716 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 409 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,558 per 100,000, 82% above the national average.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Havana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Havana has a population of 3,176 with a density of 1,142 people per square mile. The median age is 41.7 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

3,176
Total Population
1,142
People / sq mi
41.7yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.8%
Female 45.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Havana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Havana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Havana is $55,428, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Havana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,428
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,594
Avg Weekly Wage$863
IRS Avg AGI$62,338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.1%
46% above US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare69
Retail96
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Havana is $95,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $716 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,716.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$87,716

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$716
38% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,667
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.90%
In Havana, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death8,637/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities69
Havana has a violent crime rate of 409 per 100,000 residents, 8% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,558 per 100,000 (82% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent409.3/100K
8% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape31.5/100K
Robbery31.5/100K
Assault346.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,557.9/100K
82% above US avg
Burglary598.2/100K
Theft2,928.2/100K
Vehicle Theft31.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Havana has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.5°F
3% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation470 ft (143 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density1,142/sq mi
Coordinates40.2951°N, 90.0578°W
County FIPS17057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.9%
D 37.1%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,142/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants72
Retail Stores96

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Work from Home8.1%

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