Geneseo, IL

Geneseo, Illinois

Geneseo, Illinois, in Henry county, is 22 miles E of Davenport, Iowa (center to center) and 132 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. Part of the surrounding Davenport - Moline - Rock Island metro area, the city is not an isolated city. Geneseo is home to some 6,480 residents.

The People and Families of Geneseo

In Geneseo, about 62% of adults are married.

You'll see many senior citizens in Geneseo.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Geneseo had a median family income of $51,455.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,600) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Geneseo. The Republican party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Geneseo Housing

According to the 2000 census, 76% of the housing in Geneseo was owner-occupied.

Commuting

In Geneseo, 92% of commuters drive to work. Unlike a lot of places, in the city it is actually possible for many people to ride their bikes to work, or even walk.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. State)	Top 4%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 12%

Comparative Profile of Geneseo, IL

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Well-Paid Single Women
Male Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Racial Diversity

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
People Living Alone
Affordability of Property Taxes
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Housing Recently Built
Seasonal and Vacation Housing

Geneseo Almanac

Geneseo Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Geneseo Public Libraries

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Geneseo Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Geneseo residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Geneseo, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Geneseo Hospitals

HAMMOND HENRY HOSPITAL
(Government - Hospital District or Authority)
600 N COLLEGE AVENUE
(309) 944-6431
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Geneseo

Geneseo High Schools (2004)

J D DARNALL SR HIGH SCHOOL
700 N STATE ST
309-945-0399
Serves 948 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 16.9

ROCK RIVER COOP ALTERNATIVE SCH
20965 E 900TH ST
309-949-2937
A Special Education School
Serves 25 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 8.3

Geneseo Colleges

(List of All Illinois Colleges)

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