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Cable, IL

Illinois · Mercer County · Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro

Cable is a small town in Illinois with a population of 83. Residents earn $100,938 per year, which is 34% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
83 Population 73/sq mi density
$100,938 Median Income $84,619 per capita
$333,300 Home Value $246,271 Zillow
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$100,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$333,300 home value
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Cable, IL

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Full City Profile
Median Income $100,938
34% higher than US avg
Home Value $333,300
18% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population83
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density73/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$100,938
Per Capita$84,619
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$590M

Housing

A+
Home Value$333,300
Ownership100.0%
Zillow$246,271
Housing Units46
Rent Burden26.5%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property379/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured7.2%
Smoking14.8%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation708 ft (216 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+7.9%
School Score5.55

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 35%
Broadband36.0%
EV Stations9
Libraries4

Is Cable a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cable receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, abundant sunshine. Cable offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cable is $100,938, which is significantly higher than the national average / 34% above $75,149. This places Cable among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cable is $333,300, 18% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Cable is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 379 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cable experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cable has a population of 83 with a density of 73 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.8% female and 54.2% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.3% of residents, while 5.7% speak Spanish. 80.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 31.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

83
Total Population
73
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Cable vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.3%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.7%
57% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cable vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cable is $100,938, which is 34% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $84,619 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $840, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 306 business establishments, including 25 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Cable vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$100,938
34% above US avg
Per Capita Income$84,619
Avg Weekly Wage$840
IRS Avg AGI$73,339
Gini Index0.411 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)306
County GDP$590M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare21
Retail32
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cable is $333,300, 18% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,271, lower than the Census estimate. Fair market rent ranges from $854 for a one-bedroom to $1,063 for a two-bedroom apartment. 100.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 46 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $4,932 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 26.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$333,300
18% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$246,271

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%
Renter-Occupied0.0%
Housing Units46
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,932
41% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Cable, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 4.9% of residents, below the national average. 29.4% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.6% report binge drinking. 21.8% are physically inactive. 25.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 7.2% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,791. The dentist ratio is 1:5,168. 40.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.6%
Physical Inactivity21.8%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep36.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.2%
16% below US avg
Primary Care1:7,791
Dentists1:5,168
Mental Health1:3,872
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death7,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access40.9%
Healthcare Facilities21
Cable has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 379 per 100,000, 81% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Cable receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property379.4/100K
81% below US avg

Traffic Safety

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

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Cable experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 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 38.3 inches. The area receives 36.1 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 708 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation708 ft (216 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density73/sq mi
Coordinates41.2797°N, 90.5058°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMercer County County
Nearest AirportQuad Cities International (MLI)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.3"
1% above US avg
Snowfall 36.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.49"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score8.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability10.6 / 100
Community Resilience85.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on Jun 28, 2004.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 136 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

645 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 9 fatalities, 299 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 29, 1981 EF4 64 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 83 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 73 km 1
Jun 1, 2007 EF3 57 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 59 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 45 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 40 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 57 km 0
Aug 15, 1978 EF3 23 km 0
Mar 4, 1976 EF3 79 km 0
Jul 23, 1975 EF3 84 km 2
Jul 23, 1975 EF3 83 km 0
Jun 13, 1975 EF3 70 km 0
Jun 20, 1974 EF3 80 km 1
Jun 14, 1974 EF3 18 km 0
May 13, 1974 EF3 39 km 0
Jul 17, 1972 EF3 77 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF3 94 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF3 96 km 1
Apr 19, 1966 EF3 25 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 UNIT 3 1,206 52 km
2002 HSB 03 2 1,130 53 km
2000 DESTRUST A 756 53 km
2006 HSB 003 674 53 km
2004 HSB 009 608 53 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
May 62°F (16°C) 4.0 in
June 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
July 76°F (24°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 4.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.7 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Cable has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 23°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (1.3").

View full weather details →
Cable is located in Mercer County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 10.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 70% below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.5% of the vote, a 27.1-point margin. 36.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 9 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 21 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+7.9%
School Test Score5.55
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density73/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyMercer County County

Services

Broadband Access36.0%
Avg Download Speed49.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations9
Alt Fuel Stations10
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities21
Restaurants25
Retail Stores32

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Cable. 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)
View all 40 services

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)
View all 20 services

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)
View all 8 services

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)
View all 8 services

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$797
Preschool$743
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$686
Preschool$686
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Mercer County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 422 15 $63,787 1.73
Retail Trade 347 33 $32,879 1.17
Accommodation & Food Services 241 30 $16,100 0.89
Wholesale Trade 198 18 $65,772 1.69
Arts & Entertainment 108 6 $13,526 2.16
Finance & Insurance 101 14 $58,051 0.84
Construction 84 32 $44,167 0.54
Administrative & Waste Services 81 12 $28,796 0.46
Agriculture & Forestry 74 13 $56,266 3.08
Other Services 68 22 $40,767 0.76
Professional & Technical Services 54 16 $49,677 0.26
Information & Technology 37 8 $56,898 0.67
Real Estate 13 9 $27,444 0.28

Radio Stations near Cable

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WOC 1420 news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Cable

3 campgrounds found near Cable.

NameRatingSitesPrice
FISHERMANS CORNER 4.6/5 56 $14–$26
SHADY CREEK 4.6/5 54 $14–$26
CLARKS FERRY 4.5/5 44 $25–$26

National Parks Near Cable

10 national parks and monuments found near Cable.

ParkTypeFee
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
Bishop Hill Park State Park Free
Delabar State Park State Park Free
Geode State Park State Park Free
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Jubliee College State Park State Park Free
Maquoketa Caves State Park State Park Free
Nauvoo State Park State Park Free
Wapsipinicon State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Den State Park State Park Free

Museums in Cable

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AUGUSTANA COLLEGE ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM$126,319,359
EIDE/DALRYMPLE GALLERYART MUSEUM$126,319,359
FRYXELL GEOLOGY MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097947318$126,319,359
HOVELAND CENTER FOR LITURGICAL ARTSART MUSEUM$126,319,359
JOHN DEERE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097947327$126,319,359
RIVER MUSIC EXPERIENCEART MUSEUM5633261333$1,573,643
QUAD CITY BOTANICAL CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3097940991$847,791
GERMAN AMERICAN HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM5633228844$590,826
NIABI ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3097995107$536,069
ROCK ISLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097648590$119,708
BIX BEIDERBECKE MUSEUM AND WORLD ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM$56,960
MERCER CNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION1406 SE 2ND AVENUE3095822280$38,630
HAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HAMPTON ILLINOISHISTORIC PRESERVATION$29,239
BELGIAN CULTURE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3097620167$27,158
COLONEL DAVENPORT HISTORICAL FNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097867336$26,516
ILLINOIS QUAD CITIES LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION$16,113
CHIPPIANNOCK CEMETERY HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097886622$7,161
ALEXIS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMSCOTT ST & PALMER AVENUE3094823223
ARTSPACE GALLERYART MUSEUM3097965469
AUGUSTANA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
AUGUSTANA OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097947327
BLACK HAWK STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION1510 46TH AVE3097880177
BROADWAY HISTORIC AREA ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097861969
BUFFALO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6415622419
FIGGE ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM5633267804
GOLD COAST-HAMBURG HISTORIC DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HAUBERG INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1510 46TH AVE3097889536
JOHN DEERE PAVILIONGENERAL MUSEUM
LODGE MUSEUM BUILDINGGENERAL MUSEUM3097889536
MOBILE AVIATION HISTORICAL EXHIBITSSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097931837
MOLINE PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
QUAD CITIES AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
QUAD CITY KIDS & COMPANYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROCK ISLAND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONROCK ISLAND PRESERVATION SOCIETY3097867917
SCOTT COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Cable

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DAVENPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY321 MAIN ST0.0481,592
MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY3210 41ST STREET0.0279,056
ROCK ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY401 NINETEENTH STREET0.0233,387
EAST MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY740 SIXTEENTH AVENUE0.075,968
SILVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY105 EIGHTH STREET0.043,200
WESTERN DISTRICT LIBRARY1111 FOURTH STREET0.028,891
COLONA DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY911 FIRST STREET0.028,205
SHERRARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT201 FIFTH AVENUE0.026,000
ROBERT R JONES PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT900 FIRST STREET0.019,800
MERCER CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT200 NORTH COLLEGE AVENUE0.019,354
VIOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1705 FOURTEENTH STREET0.015,105
CLOVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT440 NORTH DIVISION STREET0.08,043
ANDALUSIA TOWNSHIP LIBRARY503 SECOND STREET WEST0.05,334
NEW WINDSOR PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT412 MAIN STREET0.04,663

Farmers Markets in Cable

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bettendorf Farmers' Market2117 State St.05/02/2019 to 10/31/2019Mon: 2:30 AM-5:30 AM;Thu: 2:30 AM-5:30 AM;Visit
East Moline Farmers Market1112 42nd Ave.May to OctoberWed:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;Visit
Freight House Farmers' Market421 W. River Drive, Last Suite-Closest to Playground01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Home Grown Market on the Square321 West 2nd AvenueVisit
Main Street Farmers Market Downtown Aledo201 West Main Street06/12/2014 to 10/09/2014Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;Visit
Skeleton Key Farmers' Market520 18th Street06/07/2015 to 10/11/2015Sun: 12:00 PM-3:00 PM;

Breweries in Cable

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Blue Cat Brew PubBars & Clubs, Brewery Downtown Rock Island, Brewery, Food & Entertainment113 18th St3097888247Visit
Carole'sCocktail Lounges, IA, Davenport Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Restaurants & Bars, Cockt2735 Telegraph Rd5633229179Visit
Chuck's TapCocktail Lounges, IA, Davenport Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Cockt1731 W 6th St5633220879
Circle Tap TheRestaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges1345 W Locust5633229276
City Limits Saloon & GrillRestaurants, American Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Take Ou4514 Ninth St3097864889Visit
Front Street BreweryBars, Bars & Clubs, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Banquet Halls & Reception Facil208 E River Dr5633221569, 5633223483Visit
Front Street Brewery (freight House)Brewery421 W River Dr
Geezer's Draft HouseBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Daven1654 W 3rd St5633283702
Gravy's Bar and GrillCocktail Lounges, IA, Davenport Bars, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Restaurants & B1902 Rockingham Rd5633282927Visit
Great River BreweryBrewery and Bar332 E 2nd St5633235210Visit
New Opendore TapDavenport Pubs, IA, Cocktail Lounges, drinking, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & B2148 W 3rd St5633233600
Radicle Effect BrewerksBrewery College Hill District1340 31st St3092637605

Cell Towers in Cable

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Woodhull) 2177 E 390TH STGTOWER91
(Woodhull) 2177 E 390TH STGTOWER91
5801 CHAPEL HILL RDTOWER91
5801 CHAPEL HILL RDTOWER91
(DT Aledo - Meminger) 1731 100th AvenueLTOWER79
203 335th Avenue NorthTOWER78
(Buffalo site) 9510 126th Street West (IL12497-B)TOWER61
(Buffalo site) 9510 126th Street West (IL12497-B)TOWER61

Bridges in Cable

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel190046375F
Channel BeamConcrete1969104275F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201986125G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1980104100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19755075F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200517650G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19985825G

Amtrak Stations in Cable

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Davenport, IA304 W. River DriveBUS
Moline, IL1200 River DriveBUS
Rock Island, IL3500 5th AvenueBUS

Superfund Sites Near Cable

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
LAFARGE CORPORATION301 EAST FRONT STREETSCOTT
NOVELIS ALR ALUMINUM, LLC (NOVELIS DAVENPORT CASTING)2101 JM MORRIS BLVDSCOTT
ROCK ISLAND LIQUID FUELS INC2525 4TH AVENUEROCK ISLAND

Airports Near Cable

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quad City International AirportMLIMedium Airport
Southeast Iowa Regional AirportBRLMedium Airport
Ancam Antique AirfieldSmall Airport
Beulah Land Farm AirportSmall Airport
Black AirportSmall Airport
Clinton Municipal AirportCWISmall Airport
Davenport Municipal AirportDVNSmall Airport
Doering's Port AirportSmall Airport
Douglas AirportSmall Airport
Earp AirportSmall Airport
Edwin G. Bennett AirportSmall Airport
Erie Air ParkSmall Airport
Frank's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Frazier AirportSmall Airport
Galesburg Municipal AirportGBGSmall Airport
Gen-AirparkSmall Airport
Gibson Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Giggity Acres AirportSmall Airport
Gillen AirportSmall Airport
Gordon Brown AirportSmall Airport
Ingersoll AirportSmall Airport
Jackson FieldSmall Airport
Johnson Farm AirportSmall Airport
Kewanee Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Kingfield AirportSmall Airport
M.A.M Trail AirportSmall Airport
Maas AirstripSmall Airport
Marine Farms FieldSmall Airport
Mathews Memorial AirportSmall Airport
McNeal's FieldSmall Airport
Mercer County AirportSmall Airport
Monmouth Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Morton AirportSmall Airport
Murk's StripSmall Airport
Muscatine Municipal AirportMUTSmall Airport
Nemo FieldSmall Airport
Phil's AirstripSmall Airport
Rhea Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Ritter FieldSmall Airport
Runyan Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Sharar FieldSmall Airport
Stutzke AirportSmall Airport
Thompson AirportSmall Airport
Tri-County AirportSmall Airport
Village Oaks AirportSmall Airport
Walker FieldSmall Airport
Weihler AirportSmall Airport
Wolford's AirportSmall Airport
Workman AirfieldSmall Airport
Wyoming AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Cable

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bettendorf City Police Department
Davenport Police Department
Moline Police Department
Rock Island County Jail and Sheriff's Department1317 3rd Avenue
Rock Island Police Department
Scott County Sheriffs Office

Treatment Centers in Cable

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Center for Alc and Drug Services Inc - Rock Island Adult OutpatientSubstance Abuse309-788-4571
Center for Alcohol and Drug Services - Country Oaks DavenportSubstance Abuse563-326-1150
Center for Alcohol and Drug Services - Fairmount Office DavenportSubstance Abuse563-322-2667
Genesis Medical Center - West Central ParkBoth563-421-2990
Robert Young CenterMental Health309-779-2043
Robert Young CenterMental Health309-779-2043
Transitions Mental Health Services - HilltopMental Health309-429-6231
Transitions Mental Health Services - Residential/Main BuildingMental Health309-283-1228
Transitions Mental Health Services - TROCMental Health309-283-1228
Trinity Medical Center - Robert Young CenterSubstance Abuse309-779-2043

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cable

What is the population of Cable?

Cable has a population of 83 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 73 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.8% female and 54.2% male.

Is Cable expensive to live in?

Cable has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $100,938, 34% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $333,300 (18% above the U.S. median). The home price-to-income ratio is 3.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Cable safe?

Cable is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 379 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Cable receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Cable?

Cable has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.3 inches, with 36.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Cable?

The job market in Cable is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $840. There are 306 business establishments in the area, including 25 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Cable?

The median home value in Cable is $333,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $246,271. The homeownership rate is 100.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,932.

How are the schools in Cable?

Schools in Cable score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 10.0% of adults in Cable hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. 7.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Cable?

The obesity rate in Cable is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 21.8% are physically inactive. 25.6% of residents report depression. 7.2% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 40.9% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:7,791.

What are the demographics of Cable?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Cable is 100% White. 94.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.7% speak Spanish. 80.0% of the population are military veterans. 31.4% of residents have a disability. 100.0% have health insurance coverage.

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