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Humboldt, IL

Illinois

Humboldt is a small town in Illinois with a population of 360. Residents earn $58,375 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
360 Population 1,059/sq mi density
$58,375 Median Income $28,433 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $136,619 Zillow
$879 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$58,375 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $879/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,375
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.5%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population360
Median Age41.6 yrs
Density1,059/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,375
Per Capita$28,433
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty10.5%
County GDP$3,509M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$136,619
Housing Units176
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation660 ft (201 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+89.7%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Broadband90.9%
Libraries2

Is Humboldt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Humboldt receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Humboldt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Humboldt is $58,375, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Humboldt is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Humboldt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Humboldt has a population of 360 with a density of 1,059 people per square mile. The median age is 41.6 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%).

Population

360
Total Population
1,059
People / sq mi
41.6yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Humboldt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Humboldt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Humboldt is $58,375, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Humboldt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,375
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,433
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$73,668

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.5%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,032
County GDP$3,509M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare157
Retail177
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,336
52% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Humboldt is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $136,619.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$136,619

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%
Housing Units176
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,336
52% above US avg
Effective Rate7.11%
In Humboldt, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.7% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits57.8%
Premature Death9,241/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access83.5%
Healthcare Facilities157
Humboldt has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.6 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation660 ft (201 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,059/sq mi
Coordinates39.6047°N, 88.3201°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.5-point margin. 90.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.4%
D 34.9%

Winner: Republican by 28.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+89.7%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,059/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities157
Restaurants124
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.0%

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