What are the schools like in Hoopeston, IL?

Hoopeston is served primarily by Hoopeston Area CUSD 11. The district operates 2 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.0:1.

What is the median household income in Hoopeston?

The median household income in Hoopeston, IL is $46,973 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 11.3%.

What is the weather like in Hoopeston, IL?

Hoopeston has an average high temperature of 33.5°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 40.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 20.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Hoopeston, IL affordable or expensive?

Hoopeston's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hoopeston is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $67,200 and the median rent is $834 per month.

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

Hoopeston has a violent crime rate of 384.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1988.9 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hoopeston, IL a Good Place to Live?

Hoopeston is a small town of 4,940 in Illinois, with a median household income of $46,973 and a 11.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: Hoopeston stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Hoopeston is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Hoopeston 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: 86.8

Hoopeston's overall cost of living index is 86.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hoopeston costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hoopeston, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$67,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$834	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	66.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$46,973	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Hoopeston's violent crime rate is 384.9 per 100,000 residents — 1% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

384.9 /100k

Property Crime

1988.9 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Hoopeston is served primarily by Hoopeston Area CUSD 11. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hoopeston, IL	National Avg
School District	Hoopeston Area CUSD 11	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.0:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	5.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hoopeston sees average highs of 33.5°F in January and 84.8°F in July, with 40.9 inches of annual precipitation and 20.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hoopeston, IL
Average High — January	33.5°F
Average High — July	84.8°F
Annual Precipitation	40.9"
Annual Snowfall	20.3"

Demographics

Metric	Hoopeston, IL	National Avg
Population	4,940	—
Median Age	44.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	11.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	88.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	1.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.7%	18.9%
Asian	2.3%	6.3%
Under 18	19.8%	22.2%
65 and over	20.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Hoopeston

Hoopeston, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

60942

Hoopeston vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hoopeston, IL affordable or expensive?

Hoopeston's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hoopeston roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $67,200 and median rent is $834/month.

What is the crime rate in Hoopeston, IL?

Hoopeston's violent crime rate is 384.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1988.9 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hoopeston?

Public schools in Hoopeston are operated by Hoopeston Area CUSD 11. The district has 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.0:1. 5.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hoopeston, IL a good place to live?

Hoopeston, IL has a population of 4,940, a median household income of $46,973, and an unemployment rate of 11.3%. 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 Hoopeston?

Hoopeston averages 33.5°F in January and 84.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 40.9 inches with about 20.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hoopeston?

Hoopeston, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 60942.

What is the population of Hoopeston?

The population of Hoopeston, Illinois is 4,940 with a median age of 44.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hoopeston?

Key numbers for living in Hoopeston: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $67,200, median household income $46,973, crime index 99 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hoopeston side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.