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Hopedale, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hopedale is a small town in Illinois with a population of 742. Residents earn $53,958 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
742 Population 834/sq mi density
$53,958 Median Income $27,211 per capita
$135,600 Home Value $184,189 Zillow
$881 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$53,958 median income, 4.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$135,600 home value, $881/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,958
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $135,600
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Median Rent $881
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.6%
28% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population742
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density834/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,958
Per Capita$27,211
Unemployment4.6%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$135,600
Rent$881
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,189
Housing Units356
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property806/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary346/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured6.6%
Smoking13.1%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation628 ft (191 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+92.6%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries12

Is Hopedale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopedale receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Hopedale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopedale is $53,958, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopedale is $135,600, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $881 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Hopedale 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 806 per 100,000, 59% below the national average.

Education

22.8% 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

Hopedale experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hopedale has a population of 742 with a density of 834 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 4.7% Black.

Population

742
Total Population
834
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopedale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopedale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopedale is $53,958, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Hopedale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,958
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,211
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$79,430

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.6%
28% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,560
County GDP$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants304
Healthcare285
Retail380
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopedale is $135,600, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $881 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,189.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$135,600
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,189

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$881
24% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.5%
Housing Units356
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Rate4.89%
In Hopedale, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 20.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking20.4%
Physical Inactivity20.2%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured6.6%
23% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits64.2%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities285
Hopedale has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 806 per 100,000 (59% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Hopedale 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 Property806.5/100K
59% below US avg
Burglary345.6/100K
Theft460.8/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Hopedale has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation628 ft (191 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density834/sq mi
Coordinates40.4234°N, 89.4223°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.7-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+92.6%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density834/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants304
Retail Stores380

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone78.3%
Public Transit0.7%
Work from Home5.9%

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