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Hindsboro, IL

Illinois

Hindsboro is a small town in Illinois with a population of 364. Residents earn $52,292 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
364 Population 1,348/sq mi density
$52,292 Median Income $29,532 per capita
$74,800 Home Value $87,137 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 28.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$52,292 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$74,800 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,292
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $74,800
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population364
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density1,348/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$52,292
Per Capita$29,532
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$1,440M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$74,800
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$87,137
Housing Units198
Rent Burden28.6%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.7%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation649 ft (198 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.1%
Libraries4

Is Hindsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hindsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Hindsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hindsboro is $52,292, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hindsboro is $74,800, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hindsboro 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 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hindsboro has a population of 364 with a density of 1,348 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

364
Total Population
1,348
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hindsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.1%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.9%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hindsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hindsboro is $52,292, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hindsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,292
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,532
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$76,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)603
County GDP$1,440M

Business (County)

Restaurants55
Healthcare45
Retail84
Manufacturing84

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Hindsboro is $74,800, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $87,137.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,800
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$87,137

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden28.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units198
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,396
26% above US avg
Effective Rate5.88%
In Hindsboro, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.7% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.7%
5% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits62.1%
Premature Death6,968/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access81.7%
Healthcare Facilities45
Hindsboro 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 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 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 Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation649 ft (198 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Coordinates39.6848°N, 88.1347°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin. 93.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.3%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,348/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants55
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone85.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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