Hanaford, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hanaford, Illinois had a total population of 332, the 1051st largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $60,750, which is 27% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 3.7% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x.
Hanaford Quick Facts
How Hanaford Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 327 | 332 | +1.5% |
| Median household income | $59,500 | $60,750 | +2.1% |
| Median home value | $56,100 | $54,500 | -2.9% |
How Hanaford Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hanaford Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Franklin County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Frankfort | 7,118 | $47,898 | 29.0% | $81,200 |
| Benton | 6,863 | $54,123 | 17.7% | $87,200 |
| Christopher | 2,570 | $48,247 | 20.8% | $66,600 |
| Sesser | 2,023 | $52,604 | 19.6% | $82,300 |
| Zeigler | 1,267 | $41,553 | 16.2% | $57,300 |
| Royalton | 1,214 | $59,219 | 11.0% | $71,500 |
| North City | 715 | $53,977 | 5.5% | $114,100 |
| West City | 662 | $48,750 | 20.4% | $71,400 |
| Valier | 523 | $27,305 | 33.7% | $80,100 |
| Thompsonville | 500 | $46,058 | 18.0% | $84,500 |
Cities Similar to Hanaford
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Humboldt | 329 | $59,063 | $81,500 | 14.8% | 11.6% |
| Buncombe | 329 | $62,500 | $50,000 | 13.0% | 10.3% |
| St. Peter | 338 | $63,500 | $99,600 | 18.2% | 10.4% |
| Armington | 343 | $62,083 | $93,300 | 16.3% | 25.9% |
| Loraine | 341 | $58,750 | $83,600 | 9.8% | 8.8% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 332, Hanaford's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Hanaford is a small community located in Illinois, within Franklin County. The total population is 332. It ranks as the 1051st most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hanaford is 44.4 years. This is 14% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Hanaford is $60,750. This is 27% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 5% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $54,500. Housing costs are 79% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 0.9x, Hanaford is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 94.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
Hanaford has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 96.7% of all residents. The White (non-Hispanic) population is significantly higher than the state average (96.7% vs 58.1%).
Education
3.7% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is among the lowest rates in the state, which may correlate with employment and income patterns. This is 90% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 86.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hanaford, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hanaford, Illinois?
Hanaford, Illinois has a population of 332 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hanaford, IL?
The median household income in Hanaford is $60,750, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Hanaford, IL?
The poverty rate in Hanaford is 12.3%. This means approximately 41 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Hanaford, Illinois?
Hanaford's population is 96.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hanaford, IL?
The median home value in Hanaford is $54,500. The home-value-to-income ratio is 0.9x.
How educated is Hanaford, Illinois?
3.7% of adults (25+) in Hanaford hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.