Henry County

As of the 2020 Census, Henry County, Illinois, has a population of approximately 48,550. The racial composition is predominantly White at 91.5%, followed by Hispanic or Latino at 6.2%, African American at 1.1%, Asian at 0.7%, and other races making up the remainder. The median household income is around $54,000. The population spread includes 22.9% under 18, 22.3% aged 18-44, 30.9% aged 45-64, and 24% aged 65 and older. The county spans an area of 826 square miles with a population density of roughly 59 people per square mile.

As of the latest data, the median home value in Henry County, IL is approximately $99,200, with home appreciation over the past 10 years at about 2.6%. The median rent is around $679 per month. Henry County has a homeownership rate of roughly 77%. The median household income is about $53,133, with a poverty rate near 9.8%. The housing market remains relatively affordable compared to national averages, making it an attractive location for potential homeowners and renters alike.

In the November 2022 election for Henry County, Illinois, key contested races included:

• County Board Seats: Multiple districts had races with incumbents and challengers.
• County Sheriff: Incumbent Sheriff Kerry Loncka faced challengers.
• County Clerk/Recorder: Incumbent Recorder Barb Link was among key candidates.

For more accurate and updated results, visit the Henry County Clerk’s website or local election authority pages, as these provide real-time updates and official outcomes including numerical values and vote counts.

As of the latest available data, Henry County, Illinois, shows a mixed educational attainment compared to national and state averages. Approximately 90% of residents aged 25 and over have completed high school or higher, close to the national average of about 90%. However, only around 18% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average of approximately 33% and the state average of about 35%. High school graduation rates in the county are generally strong, but there is room for improvement in advanced degree attainment to better align with broader educational trends.

As of the latest data, Henry County, IL, has a labor force participation rate of approximately 62%, with an unemployment rate around 4.5%. The county's employment is primarily dominated by the manufacturing, healthcare, retail trade, and educational services sectors. Manufacturing represents about 20% of the employment, healthcare and social assistance around 15%, retail trade 12%, and educational services nearly 10%.

Comparatively, on a national scale, manufacturing employs approximately 8.5% of workers, which indicates Henry County’s higher reliance on this sector. Illinois state averages align closely with the national figures, but Henry County's employment in manufacturing is notably higher at both state and national levels. The state and national unemployment rates hover around 3.7% and 3.5% respectively, making Henry County’s slightly elevated.

Overall, Henry County shows a strong inclination towards manufacturing, marking a significant deviation from state and national industry norms.

As of the latest available data, the median household income in Henry County, IL is approximately $54,000 per year. This is lower than both the national median household income, which is around $68,700, and the state of Illinois median household income at about $68,428. Henry County's figure suggests a disparity when compared to broader benchmarks. Below is a summary table:

This income disparity indicates that households in Henry County generally earn less than the average national and state households.

As of the latest data available, Henry County, IL has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages. The county typically reports crime rates lower than both state and national figures. Crime data per 1,000 residents is as follows:

Henry County emphasizes community policing and has various programs aimed at crime prevention and increasing public safety. Note that these numbers are subject to change and should be verified with local law enforcement or updated resources.