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New Holland, IL

Illinois

New Holland is a small town in Illinois with a population of 229. Residents earn $88,125 per year, which is 17% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
229 Population 739/sq mi density
$88,125 Median Income $34,047 per capita
$81,500 Home Value $152,584 Zillow
$864 Median Rent 19.2% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$88,125 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,500 home value, $864/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,125
17% higher than US avg
Home Value $81,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $864
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population229
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density739/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$88,125
Per Capita$34,047
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$1,344M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,500
Rent$864
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$152,584
Housing Units113
Rent Burden19.2%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured6.4%
Smoking13.1%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation549 ft (167 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+94.9%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries5

Is New Holland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Holland receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. New Holland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Holland is $88,125, 17% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Holland is $81,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $864 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Holland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°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 39.3 inches, including 12.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Holland has a population of 229 with a density of 739 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

229
Total Population
739
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Holland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Holland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Holland is $88,125, which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: New Holland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,125
17% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,047
Avg Weekly Wage$1,034
IRS Avg AGI$67,999

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)558
County GDP$1,344M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare57
Retail71
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Holland is $81,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $864 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $152,584.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,500
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$152,584

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$62
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$864
26% below US avg
Rent Burden19.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.3%
Housing Units113
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,356
24% above US avg
Effective Rate5.34%
In New Holland, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.4% of residents lack health insurance. 13.1% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 19.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Holland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure29.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.1%
6% below US avg
Binge Drinking22.0%
Physical Inactivity19.0%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.4%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured6.4%
26% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits63.8%
Premature Death7,078/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access67.1%
Healthcare Facilities57
New Holland has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.3 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall12.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation549 ft (167 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density739/sq mi
Coordinates40.1835°N, 89.5824°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.5-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.8%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+94.9%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density739/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants65
Retail Stores71

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone88.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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