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Hopkins Park, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Hopkins Park is a small town in Illinois with a population of 587. Residents earn $34,792 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
587 Population 139/sq mi density
$34,792 Median Income $17,929 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $126,759 Zillow
$680 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$34,792 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $680/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,792
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $680
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.1%
56% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density139/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 6%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$34,792
Per Capita$17,929
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$8,529M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$680
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$126,759
Housing Units417
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity50.1%
Uninsured13.9%
Smoking18.4%
Depression18.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation678 ft (207 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+78.1%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute35 min
Broadband68.7%
Libraries8

Is Hopkins Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hopkins Park receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Hopkins Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hopkins Park is $34,792, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hopkins Park is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $680 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hopkins Park 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 41.7 inches, including 20.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hopkins Park has a population of 587 with a density of 139 people per square mile. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.3%), with 5.5% White.

Population

587
Total Population
139
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hopkins Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only85.7%
9% above US avg
Spanish14.3%
7% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hopkins Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hopkins Park is $34,792, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Hopkins Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,792
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,929
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$67,985

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,200
County GDP$8,529M

Business (County)

Restaurants248
Healthcare312
Retail343
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home22.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hopkins Park is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $680 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $126,759.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$126,759

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$680
42% below US avg
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-Occupied60.4%
Housing Units417
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,321
81% above US avg
Effective Rate6.65%
In Hopkins Park, 50.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 18.5% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Hopkins Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.1%
56% above US avg
Diabetes17.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure44.9%
Asthma12.8%
COPD8.0%
Cancer4.6%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression18.5%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep50.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured13.9%
62% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.2%
Dental Visits49.0%
Premature Death10,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities312
Hopkins Park 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 41.7 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 Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall20.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation678 ft (207 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.9 km²)
Population Density139/sq mi
Coordinates41.0690°N, 87.6060°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17091
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.8-point margin. 68.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 20.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+78.1%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score5.34
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density139/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.7%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities312
Restaurants248
Retail Stores343

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone61.3%
Public Transit3.4%
Work from Home22.5%

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