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Oglesby, IL


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Oglesby, Illinois

Oglesby, Illinois, in La Salle county, is 50 miles NE of Peoria, Illinois (center to center) and 82 miles SW of Chicago, Illinois. The city contains a population of approximately 3,647.

The People and Families of Oglesby

In Oglesby, about 58% of adults are married.

Oglesby boasts a large population of senior citizens with a wealth of life experience.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Oglesby had a median family income of $44,778.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Oglesby favored George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $1,000. Among political parties, the Republican party was tops in raising money in the city.

Oglesby Housing

Oglesby has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 79% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Housing stock in the city might be described as older since the age of the average home is on the high side.

Commuting

In Oglesby, 94% of commuters drive to work. How much would you give to shorten your commute? Oglesby can boast better commuting than most places.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 7%Oglesby Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Oglesby, IL

Comparing Oglesby 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
Well-Paid Single Men85
Age of the Population89
Well-Paid Single Women85
Female Share of the Population67
Racial Diversity66
Male Share of the Population54
Children Under 5 Years Old43

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married54
Average Household Size32

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better75
Median Family Income74
People Above Poverty64
College Educated Adults44

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times910
Walking and Biking to Work88
Public Transportation Use86
Working at Home44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone89
Affordability of Rents78
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals77
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Housing Recently Built22
Seasonal and Vacation Housing23

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