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Arthur, IL

Illinois · Moultrie County

Arthur is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,024. Residents earn $52,115 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
2,024 Population 1,510/sq mi density
$52,115 Median Income $32,701 per capita
$146,200 Home Value $183,508 Zillow
$841 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
45 Violent Crime/100K 766 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,115 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$146,200 home value, $841/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
45 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $52,115
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $146,200
48% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 45/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $841
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

How Arthur Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population2,024
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density1,510/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,115
Per Capita$32,701
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$981M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$146,200
Rent$841
Ownership73.7%
Zillow$183,508
Housing Units965
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

F
Violent45/100K
Property766/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault45/100K
Burglary135/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured11.8%
Smoking18.7%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+82.9%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score5.53

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute16 min
Broadband74.5%
EV Stations3
Libraries4

Is Arthur a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arthur receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Arthur offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arthur is $52,115, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arthur is $146,200, 48% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Arthur is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 766 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Arthur experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Arthur has a population of 2,024 with a density of 1,510 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 55.4% female and 44.6% male. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 92.8% of residents, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 23.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,024
Total Population
1,510
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.6%
Female 55.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arthur vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish 7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arthur vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arthur is $52,115, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,701 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $992, 31% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 342 business establishments, including 25 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 10.7% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Arthur vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,115
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,701
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$79,919
Gini Index0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)342
County GDP$981M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare33
Retail46
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Arthur is $146,200, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,508, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $841 (28% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 965 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. The average annual property tax is $5,233 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$146,200
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,508

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$841
28% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.7%
Owner-Occupied73.7%
Renter-Occupied26.3%
Housing Units965
Median Year Built1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,233
50% above US avg
Effective Rate3.58%
In Arthur, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 18.7% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 20.0% report binge drinking. 26.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,627. The dentist ratio is 1:7,161. 65.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 9.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Arthur vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured11.8%
37% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,627
Dentists1:7,161
Mental Health1:495
Checkup Rate73.5%
Dental Visits56.9%
Premature Death8,830/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access65.8%
Healthcare Facilities33
Arthur has a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 45.1 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 766 per 100,000, 61% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 586, burglary at 135, vehicle theft at 45 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Arthur receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Arthur vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent45.1/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault45.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property765.8/100K
61% below US avg
Burglary135.1/100K
Theft585.6/100K
Vehicle Theft45.1/100K
Arson45.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Arthur experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.6 inches. The area receives 16.9 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 663 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.4°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,510/sq mi
Coordinates39.7145°N, 88.4696°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMoultrie County County
Nearest AirportVermilion Regional (DNV)
57 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.6"
7% above US avg
Snowfall 16.9"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.97"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score45.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability81.2 / 100
Community Resilience60.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Very Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

28 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M3.3 on May 13, 2025.

Apr 18, 2008 7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M5.2 149 km
Apr 18, 2008 9 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M4.7 149 km
Apr 21, 2008 7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M4.0 150 km
Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 102 km
Nov 11, 1991 3 km W of Flat Rock, Illinois M3.8 111 km
Apr 25, 2008 8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.7 150 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 147 km
Nov 20, 2012 7 km N of Bellmont, Illinois M3.6 148 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 113 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 140 km
May 1, 2008 8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.3 150 km
May 13, 2025 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois M3.3 41 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 128 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 90 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 116 km
Dec 16, 1996 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana M3.1 95 km
Jul 18, 2008 6 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.1 150 km
May 10, 2012 0 km NW of Emison, Indiana M3.1 133 km
Apr 24, 1990 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois M2.9 88 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 99 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

680 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 25 fatalities, 547 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 87 km 0
May 5, 1977 EF4 89 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 30 km 0
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 97 km 6
Dec 1, 2018 EF3 86 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 19 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 63 km 0
Aug 19, 2009 EF3 97 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 62 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 63 km 1
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 44 km 0
Aug 21, 1977 EF3 35 km 6
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 31 km 0
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 69 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 57 km 1
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 43 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 36 km 1
Apr 22, 1963 EF3 36 km 0
Apr 22, 1963 EF3 20 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-3°C) 2.0 in Coldest, Driest
February 30°F (-1°C) 2.0 in
March 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
April 53°F (11°C) 3.9 in
May 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 75°F (24°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.7 in
September 67°F (19°C) 3.2 in
October 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
November 43°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 31°F (-0°C) 3.1 in

Arthur has a seasonal temperature swing of 49°F / from 26°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and January the driest (2.0").

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Arthur is located in Moultrie County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 21.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 35% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 73.8% of the vote, a 49.1-point margin. 74.5% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 33 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.8%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+82.9%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score5.53
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,510/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi
CountyMoultrie County County

Services

Broadband Access74.5%
Avg Download Speed78.0 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed25.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities33
Restaurants25
Retail Stores46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone74.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.7%
Average costs for common services in Arthur. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $200 ($75–$500)
Car Insurance (Annual) $2,000 ($1,200–$3,500)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $70 ($30–$130)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $15 ($8.00–$25)
Car Registration (Annual) $100 ($30–$250)
Driver's License Renewal $30 ($15–$75)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
View all 9 services

Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$826
Toddler$703
Preschool$611
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$801
Toddler$628
Preschool$628
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Moultrie County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,859 40 $58,396 4.40
Construction 494 57 $81,823 1.83
Retail Trade 324 33 $26,404 0.63
Accommodation & Food Services 283 28 $18,130 0.61
Information & Technology 238 7 $64,524 2.47
Professional & Technical Services 174 19 $60,800 0.49
Transportation & Warehousing 157 14 $55,989 0.72
Wholesale Trade 129 14 $55,552 0.64
Arts & Entertainment 85 7 $23,035 0.98
Agriculture & Forestry 84 14 $36,393 2.02
Administrative & Waste Services 74 14 $54,157 0.24
Other Services 53 19 $25,334 0.34

Schools in Arthur

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond High 324 29 11.2:1
Arthur Grade School Elementary 288 23 12.5:1
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Radio Stations near Arthur

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WEFT 90.1 East Central Illinois Community Radio — MP3 128 kbps
WCBH 104.3 FM Casey, IL top 40 hits MP3 64 kbps
Pizza FM college radio MP3 128 kbps
WILL-AM 580 Urbana, IL news, npr AAC+ 24 kbps
WILL FM classical, npr AAC+ 24 kbps

Campgrounds Near Arthur

6 campgrounds found near Arthur.

NameRatingSitesPrice
LITHIA SPRINGS 4.7/5 102 $18–$36
FORREST W. BO WOOD 4.6/5 137 $18–$48
COON CREEK (IL) 4.5/5 180 $18–$48
LONE POINT 4.5/5 61 $16–$240
OPOSSUM CREEK 4.3/5 64 $16–$32
WILBORN CREEK (GROUP CAMP) 4.3/5 1 $240

National Parks Near Arthur

3 national parks and monuments found near Arthur.

ParkTypeFee
Edward R. Madigan State Park State Park Free
Fox Ridge State Park State Park Free
Spitler Woods State Park Free

Museums in Arthur

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DOUGLAS COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2172532535$43,441
COLES COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION2172356755$36,816
AMISH INTERPRETIVE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM125 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 425E2172683599
BRYANT COTTAGE STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION146 E WILSON AVE2176788184
DOUGLAS-HART NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2204 DEWITT AVENUE EAST2172354644
HARRIS AGRICULTURE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2175782231
ILLINOIS AMISH INFORMATION EXHIBITSHISTORY MUSEUM
JOHNNY GRUELLE RAGGEDY ANN & ANDY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM110 EAST MAIN STREET2172684908
MOULTRIE COUNTY HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION117 E HARRISON STREET2177284085

Libraries in Arthur

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
MATTOON PUBLIC LIBRARY1600 CHARLESTON AVENUE0.075,000
ELIZABETH TITUS MEMORIAL LIBRARY2 WEST WATER STREET0.063,776
ARTHUR PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT225 SOUTH WALNUT STREET0.041,365
TUSCOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY112 EAST SALE STREET0.027,404
BEMENT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT349 SOUTH MACON STREET0.018,569
ARCOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT407 EAST MAIN STREET0.016,080
LOVINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT110 WEST STATE STREET0.015,132
ATWOOD-HAMMOND PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT123 NORTH MAIN STREET0.08,389

Farmers Markets in Arthur

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Arthur Produce Auction354 N Cr-100 E
Mattoon Farmers Market500 Broadway06/06/2014 to 09/26/2014Fri: 11:00 AM-5:00 PM;Visit
Rural King Farmers Market4216 Dewitt ave.Fri: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Hotels in Arthur

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Arthur's Country Inn
Lil Cottage
Marsha's Vineyard Bed & Breakfast

Restaurants in Arthur

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

It'll Do Bar & Grill
Yoder's Kitchen
Yoder's Kitchen

Breweries in Arthur

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
5 B's Incbar & grill restaurants, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, hotels & motels, Hotels & Motels, brewe11517 Arcola Rd2606254444
Ivesdale Tavern IncBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants203 Chapin St

Nursing Homes in Arthur

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ARTHUR HOME, THE
423 EBERHARDT DRIVE
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Pharmacies in Arthur

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
DICKS PHARMACY 118 SOUTH VINE STREET 217-543-2913

Cell Towers in Arthur

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
EDEN STREET AND MARKET STREET (72652)LTOWER106
EDEN STREET AND MARKET STREET (72652)LTOWER106
1901 Marshall Ave.TOWER87
WEST OF JUNCTION COUNTY ROAD 200N HIGHWAY 32 (72641)LTOWER81
WEST OF JUNCTION COUNTY ROAD 200N HIGHWAY 32 (72641)LTOWER81
(Pesotum) Highway 45 North & County 400 NorthLTOWER79
(Pesotum) Highway 45 North & County 400 NorthLTOWER79
350 EAST COUNTY ROAD 1100N (111469)LTOWER79
(Arcola) 9525 E. County Rd.LTOWER61
1017 NORTH 33RD STREET (88756)MTOWER61
324 NORTH 1ST STREET (88757)MTOWER60
868 COUNTY ROAD 250 NORTH (42168)LTOWER60
868 COUNTY ROAD 250 NORTH (42168)LTOWER60
13460 EAST COUNTY ROAD 1300 NORTH (42377)MTOWER59
2 5 MILES WEST OF HIGHWAY 105 ON COUNTY ROAD 1000N (72644)LTOWER59
2 5 MILES WEST OF HIGHWAY 105 ON COUNTY ROAD 1000N (72644)LTOWER59
680 COUNTY ROAD 500 NORTH (66422)LTOWER58
680 COUNTY ROAD 500 NORTH (66422)LTOWER58
903 EAST STATE ROAD 133 (42376)MTOWER57
(East Mattoon) 1648 Dewitt Ave EastMTOWER34

Fire Stations in Arthur

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Arthur Fire District323 W Columbia STVolunteer217-543-3754

Bridges in Arthur

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20023303,950G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1929453,650F
CulvertConcrete2009433,100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1977342,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1986612,100F
CulvertConcrete1959421,750F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1994531,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2007721,400G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1979421,350G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2007651,150G
CulvertConcrete1936271,000F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200168700G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199376650G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201866500G
CulvertConcrete201128400G
Channel BeamConcrete197566400G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1982110400G
Channel BeamConcrete197770375G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200377325G
CulvertSteel197822325F
Channel BeamConcrete1976117225G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1976158200G
CulvertConcrete197827200F
CulvertConcrete198137200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199053175F
FrameConcrete200726150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201965150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete202055125G
Channel BeamConcrete199086100G
CulvertSteel195624100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198351100F
FrameConcrete20052675G
FrameConcrete20062475G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19915975F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19885075F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19967075F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20095175G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20145250G
Channel BeamConcrete198510550F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200631850G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19966150F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201219550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19975950G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19866850G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20198050G

Amtrak Stations in Arthur

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Mattoon, IL1718 Broadway AvenueTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Arthur

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
CABOT CORPORATION700 EAST US HIGHWAY 36DOUGLAS
LSC COMMUNICATIONS INC6821 E COUNTY ROAD 1100NCOLES COUNTY
MASTERBRAND CABINETS INC501 W PROGRESS STMOULTRIE

Airports Near Arthur

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Decatur AirportDECMedium Airport
University of Illinois Willard AirportCMIMedium Airport
Adkisson Airport—Small Airport
Alms Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Bakers Strip—Small Airport
Busboom RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
C D Maulding Airport—Small Airport
Casey Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cast Airport—Small Airport
Coles County Memorial AirportMTOSmall Airport
Colonel Smith Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Cooch Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Corman Acres Airport—Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport—Small Airport
Cribbet Airport—Small Airport
Davis Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Day Aero-Place Airport—Small Airport
Dean Schwenk RLA Airport—Small Airport
Durbin Airport—Small Airport
Effingham County Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Enoch Airport—Small Airport
Flying Illini Airport—Small Airport
Frasca Field—Small Airport
Gaitros STOL Airport—Small Airport
Harris Airport—Small Airport
Hasselbring Airport—Small Airport
Hayenga's Cant Find Farms Airport—Small Airport
Hildreth Air Park—Small Airport
Hilvety Airport—Small Airport
Holland Field—Small Airport
Hooterville Airport—Small Airport
Howell Airport—Small Airport
Isley Airport—Small Airport
John Scharff Airport—Small Airport
Johnston Airport—Small Airport
Justus Airport—Small Airport
Kieser Field—Small Airport
Kuebler Airport—Small Airport
Liannimal's Landing—Small Airport
Litchfield Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Martin RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Marvin D Bradd Airport—Small Airport
Mayhall Airport—Small Airport
Mc Christy Airport—Small Airport
Mc Coy Airport—Small Airport
McCulley Airport—Small Airport
Niklaus RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Noland Farms Airport—Small Airport
Paul E. Kroenlein Airport—Small Airport
Paxton Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Arthur

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arthur Police Department
Douglas County Sheriffs Department920 South Washington Street
Illinois State Police Troop 7 - Pesotum Post611 South Chestnut Street

Grocery Stores in Arthur

5 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Beachys Bulk Foods 001Supermarket259 N CR 200 E
DOLLAR GENERAL 4729Other825 E Columbia St
Dutch Valley Meats Inc.Other376 E Sr 133
Jack Flash-Arthur 602Convenience Store809 E Columbia St
Kirby Foods 64Supermarket215 S Vine St

Post Offices in Arthur

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Arthur Post Office

Treatment Centers in Arthur

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
CEAD Council DBA Hour House - Mattoon Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse217-258-2968
Central East Alc and Drug Council - Adolescent Outpatient ServicesSubstance Abuse217-258-6018
Douglas County MH and Family Csl - RISE Behavioral Health and WellnessBoth217-253-4731
LifeLinks Mental HealthBoth217-238-5700

DOL Wage Violations in Arthur

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $328,237 in back wages owed to 120 employees.

3
Violations
$328,237
Back Wages Owed
120
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Midwest Heritage SIGNIFICANT — 61911 — 1 $297,322 $8,745 34
CARSTIN BRANDS LLC [OSHA] — — 61911 Brick, Stone, and Related Construction Material Merchant Wholesalers 1 $27,711 $334 83
Gas Land Food Mart — — 61911 — 1 $3,204 $1,068 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Arthur

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
111 COLLECTIVE155 E CR 700 N
ARTHUR SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCH530 N VINE ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH120 E PARK ST
PLAIN CHURCH MEDICAL GROUP INCPO BOX 124
PRAIRIE MENNONITE CHURCH168 E CR 700 N
PRAIRIE MENNONITE CHURCH206 S BEECH ST
VINE STREET CHRISTIAN CHURCH249 S VINE ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arthur

What is the population of Arthur?

Arthur has a population of 2,024 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,510 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 55.4% female and 44.6% male.

Is Arthur expensive to live in?

Arthur has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $52,115, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $146,200 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $841 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Arthur safe?

Arthur is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 45 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 766 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Arthur receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Arthur?

Arthur has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.6 inches, with 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Arthur?

Arthur has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $992. There are 342 business establishments in the area, including 25 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 10.7% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Arthur?

The median home value in Arthur is $146,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,508. For renters, the median monthly rent is $841. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.7%. The average annual property tax is $5,233.

How are the schools in Arthur?

Schools in Arthur score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 21.8% of adults in Arthur hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.9% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Arthur?

The obesity rate in Arthur is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.7% of adults are smokers. 26.3% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 11.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 65.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,627.

What is transportation like in Arthur?

The average commute in Arthur is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 74.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 10.7% work from home.

What are the demographics of Arthur?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Arthur is 90% White, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 92.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 7.2% speak Spanish. 4.2% of the population are military veterans. 23.5% of residents have a disability. 93.6% have health insurance coverage.

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