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Ashton, Illinois, in Lee county, is 28 miles S of Rockford, Illinois (center to center) and 80 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. The village contains a population of approximately 1,142.
In Ashton, about 57% of adults are married.
In 2000, Ashton had a median family income of $43,750.
Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Ashton.
Ashton has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 72% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the village might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side.
In Ashton, 89% of commuters drive to work. Be careful driving aroung Ashton -- lots of residents enjoy bicycling and walking there.
Comparing Ashton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):
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