What are the schools like in North Henderson, IL?

School district data for North Henderson is sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).

What is the median household income in North Henderson?

The median household income in North Henderson, IL is $77,500 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.7%.

What is the weather like in North Henderson, IL?

North Henderson has an average high temperature of 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 26.8 inches.

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

Q: Is North Henderson, IL affordable or expensive?

North Henderson's cost of living index is 89, where 100 represents the national average. This means North Henderson is 11% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $90,800 and the median rent is $800 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in North Henderson, IL?

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

Is North Henderson, IL a Good Place to Live?

North Henderson is a small town of 199 in Illinois, with a median household income of $77,500 and a 3.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 89 (US average = 100), which is 11% below the national average.

Strengths: North Henderson stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices.

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

All North Henderson 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: 89.3

North Henderson's overall cost of living index is 89.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in North Henderson costs roughly 11% less than the average American city.

Metric	North Henderson, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$90,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$800	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	94.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$77,500	$74,755

Crime & Safety

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

Schools & Education

Metric	North Henderson, IL	National Avg
School District	N/A	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	19.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	96.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

North Henderson sees average highs of 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July, with 38.2 inches of annual precipitation and 26.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	North Henderson, IL
Average High — January	30.0°F
Average High — July	84.0°F
Annual Precipitation	38.2"
Annual Snowfall	26.8"

Demographics

Metric	North Henderson, IL	National Avg
Population	199	—
Median Age	34.6	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	26.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	100.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	18.6%	22.2%
65 and over	11.1%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rio, IL 4 mi Alexis, IL 5 mi Henderson, IL 8 mi Windsor, IL 8 mi Alpha, IL 9 mi

ZIP Codes in North Henderson

North Henderson, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code:

61466

North Henderson vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Henderson, IL affordable or expensive?

North Henderson's cost of living index is 89, where 100 is the national average. That makes North Henderson roughly 11% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $90,800 and median rent is $800/month.

What is the crime rate in North Henderson, IL?

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

What are the schools like in North Henderson?

School district information is sourced from NCES Common Core of Data.

Is North Henderson, IL a good place to live?

North Henderson, IL has a population of 199, a median household income of $77,500, and an unemployment rate of 3.7%. 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 North Henderson?

North Henderson averages 30.0°F in January and 84.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 38.2 inches with about 26.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in North Henderson?

North Henderson, IL is covered by 1 ZIP code: 61466.

What is the population of North Henderson?

The population of North Henderson, Illinois is 199 with a median age of 34.6. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in North Henderson?

Key numbers for living in North Henderson: cost of living index 89 (100 = US average), median home $90,800, median household income $77,500. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare North Henderson side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.