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North Henderson, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

North Henderson is a small town in Illinois with a population of 204. Residents earn $71,563 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
204 Population 887/sq mi density
$71,563 Median Income $41,626 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $164,950 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
49°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
4.4 / 5.0
$71,563 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $800/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,563
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.6%
48% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population204
Median Age34.8 yrs
Density887/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,563
Per Capita$41,626
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$590M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,950
Housing Units88
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured7.5%
Smoking14.8%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation773 ft (236 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.6%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+7.6%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Commute29 min
Broadband85.0%
Libraries4

Is North Henderson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Henderson receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. North Henderson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Henderson is $71,563, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Henderson is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

North Henderson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

North Henderson has a population of 204 with a density of 887 people per square mile. The median age is 34.8 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

204
Total Population
887
People / sq mi
34.8yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

North Henderson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Henderson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Henderson is $71,563, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: North Henderson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,563
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$41,626
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone96.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in North Henderson is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,950.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units88
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate6.58%
In North Henderson, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.5% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Henderson vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.2%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Uninsured7.5%
13% below US avg
Primary Care1:7,791
Dentists1:5,168
Mental Health1:3,872
Checkup Rate74.8%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
North Henderson has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 21°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

21°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.0°F
9% below US avg
January Average21°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.4 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation773 ft (236 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density887/sq mi
Coordinates41.0904°N, 90.4748°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17131
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.1-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.6%
48% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+7.6%
School Test Score5.34
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density887/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone96.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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