Hebron, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hebron is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,458. Residents earn $86,964 per year, which is 16% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,458 Population 744/sq mi density
$86,964 Median Income $33,741 per capita
$213,400 Home Value $303,220 Zillow
$1,115 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$86,964 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$213,400 home value, $1,115/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,964
16% higher than US avg
Home Value $213,400
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,115
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.4%
4% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,458
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density744/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

A+
Median Income$86,964
Per Capita$33,741
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$15,983M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$213,400
Rent$1,115
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$303,220

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Elevation925 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+87.1%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute29 min
Libraries13

Is Hebron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hebron 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, a low poverty rate. Hebron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hebron is $86,964, 16% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hebron is $213,400, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,115 per month. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hebron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches, including 34.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hebron has a population of 1,458 with a density of 744 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%).

Population

1,458
Total Population
744
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hebron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.9%
13% above US avg
Spanish11.1%
17% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hebron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hebron is $86,964, which is 16% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Hebron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,964
16% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,741
Avg Weekly Wage$1,060
IRS Avg AGI$93,804

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,928
County GDP$15,983M

Business (County)

Restaurants645
Healthcare846
Retail816
Manufacturing432

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hebron is $213,400, 24% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,115 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $303,220.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,400
24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$303,220

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,115
4% 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-Occupied71.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,712
149% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Hebron, 33.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.4%
4% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Checkup Rate74.5%
Premature Death5,730/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access93.1%
Healthcare Facilities846

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Hebron has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average48.6°F
10% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg
Snowfall34.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation925 ft (282 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density744/sq mi
Coordinates42.4654°N, 88.4344°W
County FIPS17111
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.9%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+87.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density744/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities846
Restaurants645
Retail Stores816

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home5.5%

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