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Henderson, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Henderson is a small town in Illinois with a population of 253. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
253 Population 937/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $25,011 per capita
$98,800 Home Value
$675 Median Rent 26.8% income on rent
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$98,800 home value, $675/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $98,800
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population253
Median Age26.6 yrs
Density937/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$25,011
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$590M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$98,800
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units111
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking13.8%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation818 ft (249 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+78.8%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score4.87

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.4%
Libraries4

Is Henderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henderson receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Henderson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henderson is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Henderson is $98,800, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 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

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Henderson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Henderson has a population of 253 with a density of 937 people per square mile. The median age is 26.6 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.8%), with 4.3% Black.

Population

253
Total Population
937
People / sq mi
26.6yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Henderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.3%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.7%
65% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henderson is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Henderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,011
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone98.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Henderson is $98,800, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$98,800
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% below US avg
Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$632
1 Bedroom$698
2 Bedrooms$916
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,308

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.6%
Housing Units111
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate4.99%
In Henderson, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.8% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.8%
1% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.2%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Henderson has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation818 ft (249 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density937/sq mi
Coordinates41.0239°N, 90.3536°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 85.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+78.8%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score4.87
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density937/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone98.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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