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Monmouth, IL


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Monmouth, Illinois

Monmouth, Illinois, in Warren county, is 42 miles S of Davenport, Iowa (center to center) and 159 miles N of St. Louis, Missouri. The city is home to some 9,841 residents.

The People and Families of Monmouth

In Monmouth, about 46% of adults are married.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Monmouth had a median family income of $41,004.

Political Inclinations

George W. Bush was the top money-getter ($1,598) among 2004 Presidential candidates in Monmouth. The Democratic party stood out in its ability to raise compaign money in the city.

Monmouth Housing

According to the 2000 census, 70% of the housing in Monmouth was owner-occupied. You may be likely to find historic buildings in the city as the average housing age is high. It's possible to find inexpensive apartments in Monmouth.

Commuting

In Monmouth, 88% of commuters drive to work. The relatively short commuting times in the city let you stay at the office later before starting your drive home (if that appeals to you).

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 2%trophyMonmouth Short Commute Times
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Monmouth Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Monmouth, IL

Comparing Monmouth 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
Female Share of the Population88
Senior Citizens76
Racial Diversity68
Well-Paid Single Women66
Well-Paid Single Men44
Children Under 5 Years Old33
Age of the Population32
Male Share of the Population33

Families

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

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty53
College Educated Adults57
People in Middle Class or Better43
Median Family Income43

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times1010
Working at Home88
Walking and Biking to Work68
Public Transportation Use24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents109
People Living Alone88
Affordability of Property Taxes88
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals69
Seasonal and Vacation Housing35
Housing Recently Built12

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