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Kewanee, Illinois

Introduction to Kewanee, Illinois

Kewanee, Illinois, in Henry county, is 39 miles SE of Davenport, Iowa and 125 miles W of Chicago, Illinois. Kewanee is home to some 12,944 residents.

Kewanee History

Kewanee was initially named Berrien in honor of Col. Berrien, who was the chief engineer of a nearby railroad. However, he objected this and suggested the name “Kewanee,” which was the Indian word for "prairie hen." The area received its first post office in 1854 and was incorporated as the Village of Kewanee in 1866.

Kewanee and nearby Attractions

  • Johnson Sauk Trail State Park
  • Baker Park and Golf Course
  • Francis Park
  • Hennepin Canal Parkway
  • Historic Home of Frederick Francis
  • Windmont Park

Things To Do In Kewanee

Kewanee has three huge parks which offer facilities for a wide range of activities. They include picnic facilities, camping sites, playgrounds, baseball fields, biking trails and more. One can enjoy fishing or boating at any one of the parks. The annual Hog Day festival is a highly anticipated local festival. It is held during the Labor Day weekend and features a carnival, parade and flea market. The Henry County Fair is another interesting local event featuring a number of entertainment and cultural programs.

Kewanee Transportation

Quad City International Airport offers regular flights.

Kewanee Higher Education

One can pursue higher studies at Illinois Central College, Bradley University and Black Hawk College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)		Top 7%Kewanee Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Kewanee Affordability of Rents
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. State)		Top 17%Kewanee Walking and Biking to Work

Comparative Profile of Kewanee, IL

Comparing Kewanee 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
Senior Citizens99
Female Share of the Population88
Age of the Population77
Racial Diversity79
Children Under 5 Years Old67
Well-Paid Single Men33
Male Share of the Population33

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size43
Portion of People Married42

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty42
People in Middle Class or Better32
Median Family Income32
College Educated Adults24

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work89
Public Transportation Use35
Working at Home33

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents98
People Living Alone89
Affordability of Property Taxes88
Seasonal and Vacation Housing68
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals58
Housing Recently Built11

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