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Hume, IL

Illinois · Edgar County

Hume is a small town in Illinois with a population of 464. Residents earn $61,000 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
464 Population 814/sq mi density
$61,000 Median Income $32,994 per capita
$79,600 Home Value $84,191 Zillow
$915 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$61,000 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,600 home value, $915/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $61,000
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,600
72% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $915
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.3%
9% lower than US avg

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

People

Population464
Median Age39.2 yrs
Density814/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,000
Per Capita$32,994
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty11.3%
County GDP$1,039M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,600
Rent$915
Ownership66.0%
Zillow$84,191
Housing Units233
Rent Burden19.8%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured7.9%
Smoking15.0%
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation652 ft (199 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+95.7%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute28 min
Broadband80.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries3

Is Hume a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hume receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Hume offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hume is $61,000, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. 11.3% 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 Hume is $79,600, 72% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $915 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.

Safety & Crime

Hume is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Hume experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hume has a population of 464 with a density of 814 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 39.2 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 59.7% female and 40.3% male. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 1.5% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 95% of residents. 2.4% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 22.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 98.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

464
Total Population
814
People / sq mi
39.2yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hume vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hume vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hume is $61,000, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,994 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,055, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 351 business establishments, including 38 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes. 7.5% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Hume vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,000
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,994
Avg Weekly Wage$1,055
IRS Avg AGI$63,188
Gini Index0.413 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.3%
9% below US avg
Establishments (County)351
County GDP$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare31
Retail45
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hume is $79,600, 72% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,191. Monthly rent averages $915 (21% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 233 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1956. The average annual property tax is $3,788. 19.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$84,191

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$915
21% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units233
Median Year Built1956

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate4.76%
In Hume, 35.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.5% have high blood pressure. 15.0% are current smokers. 21.5% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 24.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 7.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,130. The dentist ratio is 1:3,287. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.1 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.0%
7% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.5%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.9%
Uninsured7.9%
8% below US avg
Primary Care1:4,130
Dentists1:3,287
Mental Health1:371
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits61.5%
Premature Death11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities31
Hume has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000, 100% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 3 fatal traffic crashes.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

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Hume experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. The area receives 23.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 652 feet.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation652 ft (199 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density814/sq mi
Coordinates39.7981°N, 87.8685°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyEdgar County County
Nearest AirportVermilion Regional (DNV)
31 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.4"
6% above US avg
Snowfall 23.7"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.53"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.05"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score34.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability32.6 / 100
Community Resilience70.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Very Low
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

26 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.3 on May 13, 2025.

Apr 18, 2008 7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M5.2 150 km
Apr 18, 2008 9 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M4.7 149 km
Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 50 km
Nov 11, 1991 3 km W of Flat Rock, Illinois M3.8 100 km
Dec 20, 1990 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana M3.7 109 km
Apr 25, 2008 8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.7 150 km
Nov 20, 2012 7 km N of Bellmont, Illinois M3.6 149 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 96 km
Jun 5, 2008 8 km WNW of Mount Carmel, Illinois M3.4 150 km
May 1, 2008 8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.3 150 km
May 13, 2025 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois M3.3 63 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 131 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 76 km
May 10, 2012 0 km NW of Emison, Indiana M3.1 116 km
Dec 16, 1996 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana M3.1 52 km
Apr 24, 1990 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois M2.9 98 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 134 km
Sep 10, 2023 9 km E of Parkersburg, Illinois M2.7 134 km
Apr 16, 1991 4 km E of Parkersburg, Illinois M2.7 135 km
Sep 14, 2011 8 km NW of Mount Erie, Illinois M2.7 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

579 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 45 fatalities, 490 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 80 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 89 km 28
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 40 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 55 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 44 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 37 km 1
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 83 km 0
Jun 2, 1980 EF3 75 km 1
Aug 21, 1977 EF3 79 km 6
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 38 km 0
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 37 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 63 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 24 km 0
May 15, 1968 EF3 93 km 0
Apr 29, 1963 EF3 55 km 0
Apr 29, 1963 EF3 92 km 0
Apr 22, 1963 EF3 77 km 0
Apr 22, 1963 EF3 34 km 0
Jul 21, 1961 EF3 54 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 25°F (-4°C) 2.1 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.1 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 4.0 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
June 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.6 in
December 31°F (-1°C) 3.0 in

Hume has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 25°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 40.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.1").

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Hume is located in Edgar County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 13.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 61% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 75.3% of the vote, a 52.4-point margin. 80.2% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 31 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+95.7%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.40
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density814/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyEdgar County County

Services

Broadband Access80.2%
Avg Download Speed72.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants38
Retail Stores45

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%
Average costs for common services in Hume. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Top Industries in Edgar County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,100 12 $62,995 3.62
Retail Trade 612 44 $30,414 0.87
Accommodation & Food Services 590 38 $19,771 0.92
Finance & Insurance 337 17 $83,274 1.18
Agriculture & Forestry 206 23 $53,771 3.60
Wholesale Trade 182 16 $67,738 0.65
Construction 159 38 $60,333 0.43
Other Services 102 24 $31,922 0.48
Transportation & Warehousing 98 17 $55,039 0.33
Professional & Technical Services 77 17 $49,669 0.16
Administrative & Waste Services 52 12 $49,975 0.13
Arts & Entertainment 49 5 $10,815 0.41
Utilities 35 3 $99,455 1.30
Information & Technology 26 7 $36,319 0.20
Real Estate 6 4 $47,127 0.05

Schools in Hume

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Shiloh High School High 198 17 11.6:1
Shiloh Elementary School Elementary 173 13 13.3:1
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Radio Stations near Hume

26 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Hard Rock Heaven 80s, glam metal MP3 128 kbps
Radiostorm - Rock 104 - Classic Rock 60s, 70s MP3 192 kbps
Radio Aliento 100.5 FM bible, biblia MP3 192 kbps
K-Rock 101.5 — MP3
WEFT 90.1 East Central Illinois Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
B107.5 Country country MP3
Radio Kansas HD3 - Breeze — AAC 96 kbps
KWIC 99.3 "The Eagle" Topeka, KS classic hits, topeka AAC+ 48 kbps
WILL FM classical, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
WILL-AM 580 Urbana, IL news, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
Pizza FM college radio MP3 128 kbps
Radio Eureka 70s, 80s MP3 128 kbps
KANU 91.5 "Kansas Public Radio" Lawrence, KS classical, jazz MP3 96 kbps
KDVV 100.3 "V-100" Topeka, KS album oriented rock, topeka AAC+ 192 kbps
KTOP-AM "Sports Radio 1490" Topeka, KS cbs sports radio, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Kansas public radio AAC 136 kbps
KTOP-FM 102.9 "Nash Icon" St. Marys, KS country, st. mary's AAC+ 48 kbps
WCBH 104.3 FM Casey, IL top 40 hits MP3 64 kbps
KMAJ-FM "Majic 107.7" Carbondale, KS adult contemporary, carbondale AAC+ 48 kbps
KCJK "X105.1" Mission, KS alternative rock, kansas city MP3 80 kbps
Green Lady Radio — AAC 64 kbps
Radio Kansas - 90.1 FM — AAC 136 kbps
KBCU-FM 88.1 Bethel College - North Newton, KS college radio, jazz MP3 192 kbps
KANU-HD2 "Kansas Public Radio" News Stream - Lawrence, KS bbc, kansas public radio MP3 96 kbps
High Plains Public Radio - 94.9 Connect (KANZ) npr, public radio MP3 64 kbps
High Plains Public Radio - 91.1 KANZ classical, folk MP3 64 kbps

National Parks Near Hume

7 national parks and monuments found near Hume.

ParkTypeFee
Fox Ridge State Park State Park Free
Shades State Park State Park Free
Shakamak Prairie Nature Preserve State Park Free
Shakamak State Park State Park Free
Spitler Woods State Park Free
Turkey Run State Park State Park Free
Unknown Park State Park Free

Museums in Hume

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
BICENTENNIAL ART CENTER AND MUSEUMART MUSEUM2174668130$51,046
EDGAR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2174634209$16,965
HOMER HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION$3,905
EDGAR COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ENDOWMENT FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$700
INDIANOLA COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
OAKLAND LANDMARKSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIDGE FARM HERITAGE SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUMPO BOX 331
SIDELL COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2172889334
SIDNEY HISTORICAL SOCIETY 304 S RAILROADHISTORIC PRESERVATIONPO BOX 335

Libraries in Hume

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PARIS CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY207 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.031,000
WESTVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT233 SOUTH STATE STREET0.021,073
HOMER COMMUNITY LIBRARY500 EAST SECOND STREET0.011,643
GEORGETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY102 WEST WEST STREET0.010,340
NEWMAN REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT108 WEST YATES STREET0.08,057
CHRISMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY108 NORTH ILLINOIS STREET0.07,023
SIDNEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY221 SOUTH DAVID STREET0.06,126
SIDELL DISTRICT LIBRARY101 EAST MARKET STREET0.04,160
KANSAS COMMUNITY MEMORIAL LIBRARY107 NORTH FRONT STREET0.03,025
VANCE TOWNSHIP LIBRARY107 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.02,600
ELWOOD TOWNSHIP CARNEGIE LIBRARY104 NORTH STATE STREET0.01,842

Farmers Markets in Hume

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Main Street Paris Farmers MarketSouthside of SquareVisit

Cell Towers in Hume

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Sidell) 6965 E. 300 North RoadLTOWER91
(Sidell) 6965 E. 300 North RoadLTOWER91
(Sidell) 6965 E. 300 North RoadLTOWER91
16406 Sulphur Springs Road (170962)GTOWER83
23370 N. 1525th Street (170966)GTOWER81
101 MORGAN AVENUE (64101)LTOWER80
225 S. Ranch Road (64108)LTOWER79
331 North City Line Road (170960)GTOWER79
(Chrisman) 311 W. McKinley AvenueLTOWER61
8283 N 1450 EAST ROADTOWER61
604 West State Route 133 (170956)LTOWER57

Fire Stations in Hume

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Hume Fire Protection District98 Front STVolunteer217-369-1230

Bridges in Hume

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
SlabConcrete continuous1989631,650G
CulvertConcrete continuous1990501,650G
SlabConcrete continuous1989631,650G
SlabConcrete continuous1991571,350G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197943200F
CulvertConcrete195429125F
CulvertConcrete continuous195422125F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198952125G
CulvertConcrete19793175G
CulvertConcrete19642975G
CulvertConcrete19952550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19925250F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19914750G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron19874750G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19873750F
CulvertConcrete19845550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19847950F
CulvertConcrete19825350G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19806550F
CulvertConcrete19803850G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19827950G
CulvertConcrete19783750G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19402350F
CulvertConcrete19823150G
CulvertConcrete19812250G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19735350F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20035225F

Airports Near Hume

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman FieldHUFMedium Airport
University of Illinois Willard AirportCMIMedium Airport
Aero Plaines Airport—Small Airport
Busboom RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Butler Field—Small Airport
C D Maulding Airport—Small Airport
Careferre Acres Airport—Small Airport
Casey Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cast Airport—Small Airport
Coles County Memorial AirportMTOSmall Airport
Cooch Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Cottingham Airport—Small Airport
Davis Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Day Aero-Place Airport—Small Airport
Dean Schwenk RLA Airport—Small Airport
Drake Airport—Small Airport
Edgar County Airport—Small Airport
Effingham County Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Frasca Field—Small Airport
Garrard Airport—Small Airport
Gary Johnson Field—Small Airport
Gessie Airport—Small Airport
Hasselbring Airport—Small Airport
Higginbotham Field—Small Airport
Hildreth Air Park—Small Airport
Isley Airport—Small Airport
Justus Airport—Small Airport
Kibler Airport—Small Airport
Leak Airport—Small Airport
Liannimal's Landing—Small Airport
Litchfield Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Marvin D Bradd Airport—Small Airport
Mayhall Airport—Small Airport
McCulley Airport—Small Airport
Melody Field—Small Airport
Niklaus RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Paxton Airport—Small Airport
Perry RLA Airport—Small Airport
Rantoul National Aviation Center - Frank Elliot field—Small Airport
Riggins Farms Airport—Small Airport
Riley Field—Small Airport
Routh Airport—Small Airport
Schertz Field—Small Airport
Shakamak Airport—Small Airport
Shure Airport—Small Airport
Sky King Airport—Small Airport
Songer Airport—Small Airport
Strip Airport—Small Airport
Sullivan County AirportSIVSmall Airport
Ted's Place Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Hume

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Edgar County 911 Dispatch Center
Edgar County Sheriff's Department
Paris Police Department
Westville Police Dept.

Post Offices in Hume

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hume Post Office

Treatment Centers in Hume

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Human Resource Center of - Edgard and Clark Counties/Life CenterBoth217-465-4118

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hume

What is the population of Hume?

Hume has a population of 464 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 814 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.2 years. The population is 59.7% female and 40.3% male.

Is Hume expensive to live in?

Hume has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $61,000, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $79,600 (72% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $915 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Hume safe?

Hume is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000 (below the national average).

What is the weather like in Hume?

Hume has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 25°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.4 inches, with 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Hume?

The job market in Hume is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,055. There are 351 business establishments in the area, including 38 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 28 minutes, and 7.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Hume?

The median home value in Hume is $79,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,191. For renters, the median monthly rent is $915. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 66.0%. The average annual property tax is $3,788.

How are the schools in Hume?

Schools in Hume score 5.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.0% of adults in Hume hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.7% have completed high school. 1.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Hume?

The obesity rate in Hume is 35.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.0% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 24.2% of residents report depression. 7.9% lack health insurance. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,130.

What is transportation like in Hume?

The average commute in Hume is 28 minutes. 84.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 7.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Hume?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Hume is 93.8% White, 1.5% Hispanic or Latino. 95% of residents speak only English at home, while 5% speak Spanish. 2.4% of the population are military veterans. 22.1% of residents have a disability. 98.9% have health insurance coverage.

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