Hoyleton, IL

Illinois

Hoyleton is a small town in Illinois with a population of 472. Residents earn $71,875 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
472 Population 621/sq mi density
$71,875 Median Income $26,020 per capita
$103,500 Home Value $146,179 Zillow
$850 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,875 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,500 home value, $850/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,875
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.8%
29% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population472
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,875
Per Capita$26,020
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,500
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$146,179
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.2 in/yr
Elevation528 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.8%
High School+97.5%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute26 min
Broadband84.6%
Libraries2

Is Hoyleton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hoyleton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Hoyleton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hoyleton is $71,875, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hoyleton is $103,500, 63% 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

23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hoyleton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches, including 11.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hoyleton has a population of 472 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 5.7% Black.

Population

472
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hoyleton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hoyleton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hoyleton is $71,875, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Hoyleton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,875
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,020
Avg Weekly Wage$1,162
IRS Avg AGI$82,224

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)401
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants26
Healthcare25
Retail58
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Hoyleton is $103,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $146,179.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$146,179

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,962
42% above US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Hoyleton, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.0% report depression. 20.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.9%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.2%
Physical Inactivity20.5%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death8,641/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access48.9%
Healthcare Facilities25

Crime Rates: Hoyleton vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Hoyleton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.1°F
2% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.2 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall11.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates38.4457°N, 89.2721°W
County FIPS17189
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 23.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.2-point margin. 84.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 57.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.8%
29% below US avg
High School+97.5%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants26
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.4%

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