Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.5% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 9 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,755 (43%) |
| Some College | 477 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 613 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 408 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 818 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,233 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $102,549 ▼ 63% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $913/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,063 |
| Vacant Units | 637 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Henderson County is located in Illinois and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,782 residents. With a median age of 49.41, it is a mature county.
Henderson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,232 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 9.1%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 11.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Henderson County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $102,549 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $912. Homeownership rates are high at 84.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Henderson County are primarily White (93.93%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Henderson County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61418 | Biggsville | 601 | $99,167 | $110,400 | $1,038 | 0.6% | 48.0% |
| 61425 | Carman | 713 | $80,875 | $88,200 | — | 16.9% | 24.4% |
| 61437 | Gladstone | 504 | $75,729 | $139,200 | $1,318 | 7.1% | 19.0% |
| 61454 | Lomax | 453 | $55,500 | $84,700 | — | 3.1% | 23.8% |
| 61460 | Media | 128 | $75,156 | $83,000 | — | 0.0% | 16.8% |
| 61469 | Oquawka | 1,857 | $56,458 | $104,100 | $750 | 14.1% | 25.3% |
| 61471 | Raritan | 155 | $77,361 | $80,600 | — | 3.1% | 32.7% |
| 61480 | Stronghurst | 1,371 | $68,036 | $101,200 | $929 | 6.2% | 40.4% |