Hennepin, IL

Illinois

Hennepin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 790. Residents earn $78,594 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
790 Population 149/sq mi density
$78,594 Median Income $39,049 per capita
$166,700 Home Value $204,195 Zillow
$836 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,594 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$166,700 home value, $836/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,594
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population790
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,594
Per Capita$39,049
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$428M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,700
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,195
Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.2%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation535 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries6

Is Hennepin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hennepin receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hennepin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hennepin is $78,594, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hennepin is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hennepin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hennepin has a population of 790 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

790
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hennepin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hennepin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hennepin is $78,594, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Hennepin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,594
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,049
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hennepin is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,195.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,195

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Hennepin, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.2% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.7%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression23.2%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.7%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hennepin has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation535 ft (163 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates41.2505°N, 89.3141°W
County FIPS17155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22.8-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+95.4%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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