Median Income
$27,254
64% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,100
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Henry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population246
Median Age61.8 yrs
Density170/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$27,254
Per Capita$29,324
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$337M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$487,240
Health
Obesity35.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp43°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain22.7 in/yr
Elevation1,812 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.45
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute23 min
Libraries1
Is Henry a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Henry receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Henry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Henry is $27,254, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 0.0% 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 Henry is $85,100, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Henry has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.7 inches, including 41.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Henry has a population of 246 with a density of 170 people per square mile. The median age is 61.8 years, 59% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
61.8yrs
Median Age
59% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.7% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.3% |
| 90% below US avg |
The median household income in Henry is $27,254, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,254 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,324 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $899 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,140 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 188 |
| County GDP | $337M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 9 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 14 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.8% |
The median home value in Henry is $85,100, 70% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $487,240.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,100 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $487,240 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $691 |
| 1 Bedroom | $784 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $990 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,295 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,540 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Henry, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.4% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Henry vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.2% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.2% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.7% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 5.5% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 22.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.7% |
| Premature Death | 4,614/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 36.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
Crime Rates: Henry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Henry has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 12°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
12°F Jan (-11°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 43.0°F |
| 20% below US avg |
| January Average | 12°F (-11°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 22.7 inches |
| 40% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,812 ft (552 m) |
| Area | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 170/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.8809°N, 97.4616°W |
| County FIPS | 46025 |