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Hidalgo, IL

Illinois

Hidalgo is a small town in Illinois with a population of 75. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
75 Population 221/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $35,595 per capita
$58,300 Home Value
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,300 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,300
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age49.8 yrs
Density221/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans66.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$35,595
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,828M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units46
Rent Burden19.6%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking12.7%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation582 ft (177 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+17.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband41.0%
Libraries3

Is Hidalgo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hidalgo receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Hidalgo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hidalgo is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hidalgo is $58,300, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hidalgo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°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 43.8 inches, including 19.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hidalgo has a population of 75 with a density of 221 people per square mile. The median age is 49.8 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.3%).

Population

75
Total Population
221
People / sq mi
49.8yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hidalgo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hidalgo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hidalgo is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hidalgo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,595
Avg Weekly Wage$917
IRS Avg AGI$70,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$1,828M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare18
Retail23
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,420
2% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hidalgo is $58,300, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,300
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden19.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,420
2% below US avg
Effective Rate5.87%
In Hidalgo, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress11.5%
Short Sleep34.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Dentists1:10,324
Mental Health1:1,466
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits69.6%
Premature Death7,352/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access21.4%
Healthcare Facilities18
Hidalgo has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall19.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation582 ft (177 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density221/sq mi
Coordinates39.1559°N, 88.1491°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17035
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.9-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 18.4%

Winner: Republican by 61.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+17.2%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density221/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.7%

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