What are the schools like in Hennepin, IL?

Hennepin is served primarily by Putnam County CUSD 535. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Hennepin?

The median household income in Hennepin, IL is $77,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.1%.

What is the weather like in Hennepin, IL?

Hennepin has an average high temperature of 32.3°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.6 inches and annual snowfall averages 28.5 inches.

Hennepin, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Hennepin, IL affordable or expensive?

Hennepin's cost of living index is 94, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hennepin is 6% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $161,500 and the median rent is $821 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Hennepin, IL?

Crime rate data for Hennepin is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Hennepin, IL a Good Place to Live?

Hennepin is a small town of 766 in Illinois, with a median household income of $77,500 and a 3.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 94 (US average = 100), which is 6% below the national average.

Strengths: Hennepin stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Hennepin is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hennepin city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 94.0

Hennepin's overall cost of living index is 94.0, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hennepin costs roughly 6% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hennepin, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$161,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$821	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	79.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$77,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Hennepin is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Hennepin is served primarily by Putnam County CUSD 535. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hennepin, IL	National Avg
School District	Putnam County CUSD 535	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	25.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hennepin sees average highs of 32.3°F in January and 84.5°F in July, with 38.6 inches of annual precipitation and 28.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hennepin, IL
Average High — January	32.3°F
Average High — July	84.5°F
Annual Precipitation	38.6"
Annual Snowfall	28.5"

Demographics

Metric	Hennepin, IL	National Avg
Population	766	—
Median Age	40.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.2%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.5%	22.2%
65 and over	16.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Mark, IL 3 mi Bureau Junction, IL 4 mi Granville, IL 4 mi De Pue, IL 5 mi Standard, IL 7 mi

ZIP Codes in Hennepin

Hennepin, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61327

Hennepin vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hennepin, IL affordable or expensive?

Hennepin's cost of living index is 94, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hennepin roughly 6% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $161,500 and median rent is $821/month.

What is the crime rate in Hennepin, IL?

Crime data for Hennepin is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Hennepin?

Public schools in Hennepin are operated by Putnam County CUSD 535. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 25.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hennepin, IL a good place to live?

Hennepin, IL has a population of 766, a median household income of $77,500, and an unemployment rate of 3.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Hennepin?

Hennepin averages 32.3°F in January and 84.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.6 inches with about 28.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hennepin?

Hennepin, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61327.

What is the population of Hennepin?

The population of Hennepin, Illinois is 766 with a median age of 40.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hennepin?

Key numbers for living in Hennepin: cost of living index 94 (100 = US average), median home $161,500, median household income $77,500, schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hennepin side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.