Living in Henry County, Illinois

Henry County is a county in Illinois with a population of around 49,489, part of the Davenport-Moline-Rock Island, IA-IL MSA metro area. The main communities are Kewanee, Geneseo, Colona.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $2,008/month, above the national average, with a median home price of around $144K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 35°F) and warm summers (highs around 82°F). The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Henry County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 43 and a predominantly working-class population (23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes lean Republican.