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Hopewell, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hopewell is a small town in Illinois with a population of 538. Residents earn $105,000 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
538 Population 472/sq mi density
$105,000 Median Income $47,355 per capita
$185,700 Home Value $198,395 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,000 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,700 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,000
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,700
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.8%
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population538
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density472/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,000
Per Capita$47,355
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$1,783M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,395
Housing Units203
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity37.2%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking14.6%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation645 ft (197 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.8%
High School+98.7%
Graduate+11.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute32 min
Broadband94.4%
Libraries9

Is Hopewell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopewell receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hopewell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopewell is $105,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Hopewell among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopewell is $185,700, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopewell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°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 37.7 inches, including 21.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hopewell has a population of 538 with a density of 472 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

538
Total Population
472
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.9%
Female 51.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopewell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopewell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopewell is $105,000, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Hopewell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,000
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,355
Avg Weekly Wage$1,058
IRS Avg AGI$97,599

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,783M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare42
Retail100
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopewell is $185,700, 34% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,395.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,700
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,395

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units203
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,738
93% above US avg
Effective Rate3.63%
In Hopewell, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.3%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,249
Dentists1:5,447
Mental Health1:2,252
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits61.8%
Premature Death5,803/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities42
Hopewell has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.7 inches
1% below US avg
Snowfall21.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation645 ft (197 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density472/sq mi
Coordinates40.9842°N, 89.4571°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17203
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 35.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 94.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.3%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.8%
6% above US avg
High School+98.7%
Graduate Degree+11.4%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density472/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.4%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities42
Restaurants56
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone89.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.0%

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