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Chenoa, IL


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Chenoa, Illinois

Chenoa, Illinois, in McLean county, is 22 miles NE of Bloomington, Illinois (center to center) and 95 miles SW of Chicago, Illinois. The city benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Bloomington - Normal metropolitan area. Chenoa contains a population of approximately 1,845.

The People and Families of Chenoa

In Chenoa, about 67% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Chenoa, at least compared to other cities of its size. There are plenty of young children in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Chenoa had a median family income of $50,948.

Political Inclinations

Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in Chenoa.

Chenoa Housing

Chenoa has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 82% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Chenoa, 92% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

Chenoa strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 17%Chenoa People in Middle Class or Better
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 18%Chenoa Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Chenoa, IL

Comparing Chenoa to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old99
Well-Paid Single Men86
Male Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Women75
Racial Diversity66
Senior Citizens56
Age of the Population44
Female Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married99
Average Household Size77

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better97
People Above Poverty97
Median Family Income86
College Educated Adults76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times89
Walking and Biking to Work87
Working at Home78
Public Transportation Use32

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents56
People Living Alone34
Housing Recently Built34
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals33
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11
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Station at Chenoa between 1900 and 1905

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Station at Chenoa between 1900 and 1905

Station & buildings at Chenoa between 1900 and 1905

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