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Hecker, IL

Illinois · St. Clair County · St. Louis Metro

Hecker is a small town in Illinois with a population of 556. Residents earn $80,260 per year, which is 7% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
556 Population 2,059/sq mi density
$80,260 Median Income $36,768 per capita
$153,700 Home Value $251,106 Zillow
$736 Median Rent 17.2% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
167 Violent Crime/100K 750 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$80,260 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,700 home value, $736/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
167 violent crimes/100K (56% below avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $80,260
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $153,700
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 167/100K
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.6%
57% lower than US avg
Median Rent $736
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.7%
94% lower than US avg

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

People

Population556
Median Age34.6 yrs
Density2,059/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans9.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$80,260
Per Capita$36,768
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty0.7%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,700
Rent$736
Ownership74.4%
Zillow$251,106
Housing Units227
Rent Burden17.2%

Crime

F
Violent167/100K
Property750/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking13.2%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation474 ft (144 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.6%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score5.22

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute33 min
Broadband90.8%
EV Stations4
Libraries16

Is Hecker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hecker receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Hecker offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hecker is $80,260, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hecker is $153,700, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Hecker is below the national average at 167 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 750 per 100,000, 62% below the national average.

Education

14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Hecker experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hecker has a population of 556 with a density of 2,059 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.9% female and 51.1% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.6% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 9.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

556
Total Population
2,059
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hecker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hecker vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hecker is $80,260, which is 7% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,768. The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,856 business establishments, including 565 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 6.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hecker vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,260
7% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,768
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661
Gini Index0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.7%
94% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.9 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hecker is $153,700, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,106, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 227 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $6,264 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,700
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,106

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$67
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$736
37% below US avg
Rent Burden17.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units227
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate4.08%
In Hecker, 36.1% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.3% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.8% of residents, below the national average. 28.8% have high blood pressure. 13.2% are current smokers. 21.8% report binge drinking. 19.2% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.2% experience frequent mental distress. 6.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699. The dentist ratio is 1:1,358. 80.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.2%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.8%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,699
Dentists1:1,358
Mental Health1:528
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits66.1%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
Hecker has a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 residents, 56% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 750 per 100,000, 62% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Hecker receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent166.6/100K
56% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property749.6/100K
62% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Hecker experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. The area receives 10.6 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 474 feet.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation474 ft (144 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density2,059/sq mi
Coordinates38.3049°N, 89.9932°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Clair County County
Nearest AirportSt Louis Lambert International (STL)
37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.6"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 10.6"
Wettest Month (May) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.09"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0482 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)14.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.12 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.9 / 100
Community Resilience74.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively High
Hail Relatively High
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively High
Winter Weather Relatively High
Lightning Relatively High
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively High
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Sep 26, 1990 4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri M4.8 133 km
Feb 5, 1994 2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois M4.2 126 km
Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 83 km
Jan 2, 2006 3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois M3.6 147 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 94 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 144 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 46 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 95 km
May 2, 2003 10 km ENE of Thompsonville, Illinois M3.2 122 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 116 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 70 km
Oct 24, 1990 5 km ENE of Woodlawn, Illinois M3.2 89 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 90 km
Jan 23, 1991 3 km WSW of Logan, Illinois M3.1 106 km
Mar 12, 2002 6 km S of Marble Hill, Missouri M3.1 117 km
Jun 27, 2005 6 km E of Grand Tower, Illinois M3.0 90 km
Mar 1, 2006 2 km N of Buncombe, Illinois M3.0 126 km
Feb 28, 1994 5 km NW of Harrison, Illinois M3.0 75 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 116 km
May 18, 2006 9 km SSE of De Soto, Missouri M2.9 54 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

642 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 91 fatalities, 1,576 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957 EF5 70 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 65 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 49 km 2
Apr 22, 2011 EF4 64 km 0
Sep 22, 2006 EF4 71 km 0
May 29, 1982 EF4 94 km 10
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 48 km 0
Jun 22, 1969 EF4 80 km 4
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 64 km 3
Feb 10, 1959 EF4 59 km 21
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 80 km 1
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 81 km 11
Feb 24, 1956 EF4 82 km 6
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 86 km 1
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 51 km 6
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 92 km 0
Oct 24, 2021 EF3 76 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 78 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 57 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 47 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

19 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: SMITH MILL HOLLOW (3,978 ac, 2022).

Year Name Acres Distance
2022 SMITH MILL HOLLOW 3,978 97 km
2004 CICERO CREEK 1,846 94 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,552 92 km
1999 UNNAMED 1,483 92 km
2019 KINKAID RX 1,215 73 km
2022 KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX 1,115 73 km
2024 RENAULT 1,085 92 km
2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS TRACT RX 1,011 63 km
2024 FLATWOODS RX 796 94 km
2005 UNNAMED 741 72 km
2018 UNNAMED 729 71 km
1995 UNNAMED 724 72 km
2020 UNNAMED 687 71 km
1989 UNNAMED 600 87 km
2024 PIGEON ROOST 583 94 km
2022 BLOWDOWN 16 RX 553 74 km
2000 UNNAMED 549 91 km
2019 PINE HILLS RX 542 99 km
1997 FLATWOODS 530 96 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 31°F (-1°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 35°F (2°C) 2.4 in
March 45°F (7°C) 3.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.7 in
July 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 76°F (25°C) 3.3 in
September 69°F (21°C) 3.4 in
October 58°F (14°C) 2.9 in
November 46°F (8°C) 3.5 in
December 35°F (2°C) 3.2 in

Hecker has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 31°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.1").

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Hecker is located in St. Clair County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 14.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53% of the vote, a 7.9-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 634 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 91.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.22
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density2,059/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi
CountySt. Clair County County

Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Avg Download Speed123.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%
Average costs for common services in Hecker. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,031
Toddler$844
Preschool$700
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$804
Toddler$748
Preschool$686
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Clair County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 13,326 574 $57,729 1.03
Retail Trade 11,535 681 $35,887 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 9,978 490 $24,054 1.22
Professional & Technical Services 5,654 482 $94,177 0.90
Manufacturing 4,961 177 $69,206 0.67
Construction 4,769 462 $74,915 1.01
Transportation & Warehousing 4,765 163 $64,413 1.25
Other Services 3,556 506 $36,940 1.31
Administrative & Waste Services 3,534 278 $57,083 0.67
Wholesale Trade 2,874 147 $74,018 0.81
Finance & Insurance 1,678 247 $83,837 0.46
Educational Services 1,463 63 $44,227 0.79
Arts & Entertainment 1,399 76 $29,198 0.92
Real Estate 938 184 $49,317 0.67
Management of Companies 679 12 $109,747 0.45
Information & Technology 618 54 $56,299 0.37
Utilities 537 17 $123,157 1.57
Agriculture & Forestry 328 30 $47,092 0.45
Mining & Oil/Gas 88 5 $79,564 0.26
Unclassified 13 14 $39,711 0.10

Radio Stations near Hecker

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90.7 FM KWMU-1 MP3 64 kbps
90.7 FM KWMU-2 jazz MP3 128 kbps
Organlive - Organ Music classical, organ MP3 320 kbps
Lutheran Public Radio - Collinsville, IL christian, classical AAC 128 kbps
Organlive MP3 320 kbps
The Big 550 KTRS news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Hecker

28 national parks and monuments found near Hecker.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Cuivre River State Park State Park Free
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Elephant Rocks State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Johnson's Shut-Ins State Park State Park Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park State Park Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area State Park Free
Robertsville State Park State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Taum Sauk Mountain State Park State Park Free
Trail Of Tears State Park State Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Hecker

10 trails found near Hecker.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
GUM RIDGE 3.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
DEER RUN TRAIL 1.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID LAKE TRAIL 1.0 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
392 0.7 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
393 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
WATERING HOLE (JOHNSON CREEK) 0.6 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
SHORELINE 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
KINKAID WILDLIFE LOOP 0.5 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes Yes
390A 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
399 0.3 NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL Yes

Museums in Hecker

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ST CLAIR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6182340600$44,398
MAEYSTOWN PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONRENAULT6184586464$38,023
LABOR & INDUSTRY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM123 NORTH CHURCH STREET6182229430$32,123
SCOTT FIELD HERITAGE PARKGENERAL MUSEUM$30,125
MASCOUTAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185662567$20,359
BELLEVILLE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$16,450
RED BUD AREA MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM$5,773
BELLEVILLE HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION701 EAST WASHINGTON STREET6182340600$485
BELLE-FOUNTAINE MUSEUM AND HOUSEGENERAL MUSEUM6189395230
COLUMBIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT DE CHARTRES STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION1350 IL RTE 1556182847230
FREEBURG HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185395771
HOUSE OF FINE ARTSART MUSEUM6182393761
MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6185669774
MILLSTADT HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6184763696
MONROE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6189395230
NEW ATHENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PETERSTOWN HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6189394222
SAND BANK SCHOOL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SMITHTON HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WATERLOO MUSEUM SOCIETYHISTORY MUSEUM6189395008
WILLIAM & FLORENCE SCHMIDT ART CENTERART MUSEUM2500 CARLYLE AVENUE6182225278
WILLIAM AND FLORENCE SCHMIDT ART CENTERART MUSEUM6182225278

Libraries in Hecker

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BELLEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY121 EAST WASHINGTON STREET0.0240,000
MORRISON-TALBOTT LIBRARY215 PARK STREET0.072,268
MASCOUTAH PUBLIC LIBRARY3 WEST CHURCH STREET0.056,420
COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY106 NORTH METTER AVENUE0.045,711
FREEBURG AREA LIBRARY DISTRICT407 SOUTH BELLEVILLE STREET0.030,504
DAUGHERTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT220 SOUTH FIFTH STREET0.029,050
SMITHTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT109 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.028,566
MILLSTADT LIBRARY115 WEST LAUREL STREET0.013,467
MARISSA AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT212 NORTH MAIN STREET0.012,636
NEW ATHENS DISTRICT LIBRARY201 NORTH VAN BUREN STREET0.011,024
RED BUD PUBLIC LIBRARY925 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.08,900
CENTRAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT701 SOUTH OAK STREET #A0.04,890
EVANSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY602 PUBLIC STREET0.0873

Farmers Markets in Hecker

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Belleville Old Town MarketIntersection of West Main and "1st" Street 05/04/2013 to 10/26/2013Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
Mascoutah Farmers Market 100 block of railwayVisit
Monroe County Farmers Market-Columbia IL229 N. Main St.
Monroe County Farmers Market-Waterloo IL100 W. Mill St.

Breweries in Hecker

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Kaskaskia Brewing CoRestaurants, Brewers, Bar & Grills105 E Market St6182822555Visit
Waterloo Winery & IncWineries, Brewers725 N Market St6189395743

Ski Resorts Near Hecker

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kirkwood 65.0 15 2,987 $85 November - April Yes

Cell Towers in Hecker

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
5473 SPORTSMAN PARK ROAD (56609)LTOWER104
316 WEST MARISSA STREET (78857)LTOWER98
7183 WALSH RD.TOWER87
7183 WALSH RD.TOWER87
7 North Fountain Land (78852)LTOWER86
7 North Fountain Land (78852)LTOWER86
1901 LEO GROSS DRIVE (78854)LTOWER76
1901 LEO GROSS DRIVE (78854)LTOWER76
213 W. POPLAR STREET (78853)LTOWER76
213 W. POPLAR STREET (78853)LTOWER76
4.5 KM SE OF RED BUDTOWER59
4.5 KM SE OF RED BUDTOWER59

Fire Stations in Hecker

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Hecker Fire Protection District121 E Back STVolunteer618-473-2597

Bridges in Hecker

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete2006285,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19281024,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20072732,750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19943412,050F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete2001252425P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198252375G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199477375F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200079375G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200161325G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199880200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1987142175F
CulvertSteel198524150F
CulvertSteel19832275F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20175475G
Channel BeamConcrete19699725F
CulvertConcrete19012725G

Superfund Sites Near Hecker

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
MISSISSIPPI LIME COPRAIRIE DU ROCHER TWPRANDOLPH

Airports Near Hecker

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Louis Lambert International AirportSTLLarge Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
Southern Illinois AirportMDHMedium Airport
Spirit of St Louis AirportSUSMedium Airport
St Louis Regional AirportALNMedium Airport
A Paul Vance Fredericktown Regional AirportSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aire Parque AirportSmall Airport
Arnold UltralightportSmall Airport
Ben Emge AirportSmall Airport
Bickel AirportSmall Airport
Bismarck Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Bonne Terre Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Brammeier AirportSmall Airport
Christian Outreach AirfieldSmall Airport
Compton AirportSmall Airport
Creve Coeur AirportSmall Airport
Dale Curten Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dove AirstripSmall Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Farmington Regional AirportFAMSmall Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Flight Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Greenville AirportGRESmall Airport
Hammock FieldSmall Airport
Hepp AirportSmall Airport
Herschel Hunter AirportSmall Airport
Highland-Winet AirportSmall Airport
Joseph Scott AirportSmall Airport
Kelly FieldSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Lakeside AirportSmall Airport
Lambert AirportSmall Airport
Lindauer AirportSmall Airport
Lone Eagle Landing AirportSmall Airport
Moders AirportSmall Airport
Mueller AirportSmall Airport
Panther FieldSmall Airport
Perryville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin AirportSmall Airport
Ralph Jacobs AirportSmall Airport
Rendleman AirportSmall Airport
Riverveiw AirportSmall Airport
Sackman FieldSmall Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club AirportSmall Airport
Schaller AirportSmall Airport
Schumaier Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Shubert AirportSmall Airport
Silver Creek GliderportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Hecker

7 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Belleville City Police Department720 West Main Street
Columbia Police Department1020 North Main Street
Dupo Police Department100 North 2nd Street
Mascoutah Police Department3 West Main Street
Saint Clair County Sherrifs Office700 North 5th Street
Shiloh Police Department3498 Lebanon Avenue
Swansea Police Department

Grocery Stores in Hecker

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 23051Other401 S Main St
Feather's Farm Llc NAFMNPFarmers and Markets5924 J Rd

Treatment Centers in Hecker

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Chestnut Health Systems IncBoth618-397-0900

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hecker

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ST AUGUSTINE OF CANTERBURY CHURCHPO BOX 126

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hecker

What is the population of Hecker?

Hecker has a population of 556 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 2,059 people per square mile, spread across 0.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 48.9% female and 51.1% male.

Is Hecker expensive to live in?

Hecker has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $80,260, 7% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $153,700 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $736 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hecker safe?

Hecker is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 167 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 750 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Hecker receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Hecker?

Hecker has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 31°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.6 inches, with 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Hecker?

Hecker has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 4,856 business establishments in the area, including 565 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 33 minutes, and 6.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hecker?

The median home value in Hecker is $153,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,106. For renters, the median monthly rent is $736. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 74.4%. The average annual property tax is $6,264.

How are the schools in Hecker?

Schools in Hecker score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.6% of adults in Hecker hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. 7.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hecker?

The obesity rate in Hecker is 36.1% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 13.2% of adults are smokers. 19.2% are physically inactive. 23.8% of residents report depression. 6.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 80.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699.

What is transportation like in Hecker?

The average commute in Hecker is 33 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 91.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hecker?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hecker is 88.8% White, 1.6% Black or African American, 0.9% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 9.8% of the population are military veterans. 15.4% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

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