Hennepin is a village located in Putnam County, in the state of Illinois (IL), United States. Nestled in the East North Central division of the Midwest region, it covers an area of 5.2 square miles (14.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 505 ft. With a population of approximately 707 residents, Hennepin offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 49.08% males and 50.92% females, and it has a population density of 135.44 people per square mile (52.29/km²). Hennepin lies at a latitude of 41.26 and a longitude of -89.33, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (0%), followed by English (13.3%), German (34.1%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 61327.