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Hecker, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

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.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
556 Population 2,059/sq mi density
$80,260 Median Income $36,768 per capita
$153,700 Home Value
$736 Median Rent 17.2% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 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
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,260
7% higher than US avg
Home Value $153,700
45% 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
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units227
Rent Burden17.2%

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 Score5.34

Community

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

Is Hecker a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hecker receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. 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.

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 5.3/10.

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. The median age is 34.6 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

556
Total Population
2,059
People / sq mi
34.6yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hecker vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
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. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

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

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 average. Monthly rent averages $736 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,700
45% below US avg

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

Owner-Occupied74.4%
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 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 13.2% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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 an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall10.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation474 ft (144 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,059/sq mi
Coordinates38.3049°N, 89.9932°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17163
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 14.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 7.9-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.6%
57% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,059/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.9 min
Drive Alone91.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.7%

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