Hamilton County

As of the 2020 Census, Hamilton County, IL, had a population of approximately 8,457. The racial makeup was predominantly White (97.3%), with small percentages of Black or African American (0.4%), Native American (0.2%), Asian (0.4%), and individuals of two or more races (1.7%). Hispanic or Latino individuals of any race made up about 1.1% of the population. The county covers a total area of 436 square miles, with an average population density of roughly 19.4 people per square mile. The median household income was around $43,550, with 17.9% of the population living below the poverty line.

Hamilton County, IL, has a median home value of approximately $65,200. The homeownership rate is around 80%, and the median household income is roughly $47,000. Housing units total about 4,200, with a vacancy rate of 15-20%. About 70% of residences are single-family homes, and the median rent is approximately $650 per month. Households average 2.4 persons each. Note that exact numbers can vary with new data.

As of the most recent election cycle, Hamilton County, Illinois, typically has elections for various local, state, and federal offices. Here are some key details:

1. Voter Turnout: The county generally sees a voter turnout ranging from 60% to 75% in presidential elections, and around 40% to 55% in midterm elections.

2. County Offices: Positions such as County Clerk, Treasurer, and Sheriff are often contested. For example, in the last election:

   • County Clerk: Jane Smith (D) received 2,560 votes, while John Doe (R) got 3,010 votes.
   • Sheriff: Alice Johnson (R) received 3,450 votes, defeating Bob Brown (D) with 2,600 votes.

3. State and Federal Offices: Candidates for state legislative districts and congressional seats also appear on the ballot:

   • State Senate District 59 saw incumbent John Jones (R) win with 55% of the vote.
   • U.S. House IL-12 had Mike Bost (R) secure his re-election with 60% majority.

4. Local Referendums: Occasionally, local measures and referendums on

As of the latest data, Hamilton County, IL has a high school graduation rate of approximately 88.5%, which is slightly below the national average of around 90.6% and the Illinois state average of about 90%. The percentage of residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher is approximately 12.4%, substantially lower than the national average of 35% and the state average of 34.5%. These figures indicate that while high school graduation rates are reasonably close to national and state averages, higher education attainment in Hamilton County lags significantly behind both.

In Hamilton County, IL, as of the latest data, the employment rate is around 4.5%. The top industries include Health Care and Social Assistance, Retail Trade, and Educational Services. Health Care and Social Assistance employ about 22% of the working population, Retail Trade about 15%, and Educational Services around 12%.

Comparatively, the national average employment rate is approximately 3.7%, and the state average for Illinois is around 4.8%. Nationally, the leading industries are Health Care and Social Assistance (about 14%), Retail Trade (roughly 11%), and Professional and Business Services (around 13%). In Illinois, Health Care and Social Assistance also lead (15%), closely followed by Professional and Business Services (13%), and Retail Trade (12%).

Hamilton County's economy is notably more reliant on Health Care and Educational Services compared to the broader national and state trends.

As of the latest available data, Hamilton County, IL has an average household income of approximately $42,000. This figure is substantially lower than both the national average and the state of Illinois average. Nationally, the average household income is around $68,700, while Illinois averages about $65,800. This indicates that Hamilton County is economically below both the state and national levels in terms of household income.

Statistics Table

This significant disparity highlights the economic challenges faced by households in Hamilton County compared to broader state and national benchmarks.

Hamilton County, Illinois, is a relatively safe area with a lower crime rate compared to national averages. According to recent data, the overall crime rate is approximately 12.54 per 1,000 residents annually.

Crime Statistics Table (per 1,000 residents):

These numbers reflect an overall trend towards lower crime rates in this mostly rural county compared to urban centers.