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Hull, IL

Illinois

Hull is a small town in Illinois with a population of 497. Residents earn $58,791 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
497 Population 272/sq mi density
$58,791 Median Income $30,715 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $78,902 Zillow
$638 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
55°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$58,791 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $638/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,791
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.2%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density272/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans20.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,791
Per Capita$30,715
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty11.2%
County GDP$4,661M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$78,902
Housing Units253
Rent Burden21.3%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking18.0%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation471 ft (144 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.4%
Libraries5

Is Hull a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hull receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hull stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hull is $58,791, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. 11.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hull is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Hull experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hull has a population of 497 with a density of 272 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).

Population

497
Total Population
272
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Hull vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hull vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hull is $58,791, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Hull vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,791
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,715
Avg Weekly Wage$1,057
IRS Avg AGI$75,579

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.2%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,747
County GDP$4,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants161
Healthcare158
Retail252
Manufacturing76

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,297
80% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate7.00%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone59.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Hull is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $78,902.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$78,902

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.4%
Housing Units253
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,297
80% above US avg
Effective Rate7.00%
In Hull, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 25.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity25.2%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.2%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:955
Dentists1:1,177
Mental Health1:316
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death8,699/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access77.5%
Healthcare Facilities158
Hull has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation471 ft (144 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density272/sq mi
Coordinates39.7108°N, 91.2008°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.4-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score5.34
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density272/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.4%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities158
Restaurants161
Retail Stores252

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone59.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home30.1%

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