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Henning, IL

Illinois

Henning is a small town in Illinois with a population of 245. Residents earn $79,375 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
245 Population 161/sq mi density
$79,375 Median Income $30,035 per capita
$77,200 Home Value
$950 Median Rent 42.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$79,375 median income, 7.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,200 home value, $950/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,375
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $77,200
73% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.4%
96% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.8%
117% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population245
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$79,375
Per Capita$30,035
Unemployment7.8%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,200
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units126
Rent Burden42.5%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.8%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation686 ft (209 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.4%
High School+88.5%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries10

Is Henning a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Henning receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Henning offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Henning is $79,375, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.9% 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 Henning is $77,200, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Henning is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Henning experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Henning has a population of 245 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.8%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

245
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Henning vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Henning vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Henning is $79,375, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Henning vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,375
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,035
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.8%
117% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Henning is $77,200, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,200
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden42.5%

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%
Housing Units126
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate6.36%
In Henning, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 22.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.5%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity22.0%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,811
Dentists1:2,679
Mental Health1:245
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death12,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities150
Henning has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Henning has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation686 ft (209 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates40.3069°N, 87.7010°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 1.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.4%
96% below US avg
High School+88.5%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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