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Cherry, IL
Illinois · Bureau County
Cherry is a small town in Illinois with a population of 488. Residents earn $47,250 per year, which is 37% below the national average.
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How Cherry Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
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Is Cherry a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Cherry receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Cherry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Cherry is $47,250, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Cherry is $96,900, 66% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Safety & Crime
Cherry is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,087 per 100,000, near the national average.
Education
13.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
Cherry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.1 inches, including 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Population
Gender Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Cherry vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Cherry vs U.S. Average
Income: Cherry vs U.S.
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,250 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,978 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,025 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,389 |
| Gini Index | 0.429 (0=equal, 1=unequal) |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.0% |
| 72% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% |
| 26% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 771 |
| County GDP | $1,598M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 60 |
| Retail | 95 |
| Manufacturing | 35 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,364 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Cost of Living | 100.00 (100=avg) |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.54% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $96,900 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $137,209 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $892 |
| 23% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 42.5% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.7% |
| Housing Units | 233 |
| Median Year Built | 1944 |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,364 |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 5.54% |
Health Metrics: Cherry vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.3% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.9% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Cancer | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| Smoking | 15.2% |
| 9% above US avg | |
| Binge Drinking | 20.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.5% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.0% |
| Short Sleep | 36.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.4% |
| Uninsured | 8.2% |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Primary Care | 1:2,192 |
| Dentists | 1:2,736 |
| Mental Health | 1:1,056 |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Dental Visits | 64.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,701/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
Crime Rates: Cherry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Violent Crime
| Total Violent | 59.6/100K |
| 84% below US avg | |
Property Crime
| Total Property | 2,087.3/100K |
| 6% above US avg |
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Safety Score
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
Temperature
| Annual Average | 49.6°F |
| 8% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 680 ft (207 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 921/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4281°N, 89.2132°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County | Bureau County County |
| Nearest Airport | Illinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS) 6 miles away |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Natural Hazard Risk
| Overall Risk | Relatively Low |
| Risk Score | 62.3 / 100 |
| Social Vulnerability | 41.7 / 100 |
| Community Resilience | 80.1 / 100 |
Hazard Breakdown
| Tornado | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Earthquake | Relatively Low |
| Wildfire | Very Low |
| Flood | Relatively Low |
| Hail | Relatively Moderate |
| Strong Wind | Relatively Moderate |
| Heat Wave | Relatively Low |
| Winter Weather | Relatively Low |
| Lightning | Relatively Low |
| Ice Storm | Relatively Moderate |
| Drought | Relatively High |
| Cold Wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Landslide | Relatively Low |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 22°F (-6°C) | 1.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 25°F (-4°C) | 1.2 in | Driest |
| March | 37°F (3°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 49°F (10°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 61°F (16°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 70°F (21°C) | 4.2 in | Wettest |
| July | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 in | Warmest |
| August | 71°F (22°C) | 4.0 in | |
| September | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 2.6 in | |
| November | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| December | 26°F (-3°C) | 2.1 in |
Cherry has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 22°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.2").
2024 Presidential Election (County)
Winner: Republican by 24.3 points
Safety & Disasters
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Accident Severity | 0.0 / 4.0 |
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.5% |
| 60% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 81.1% |
| Graduate Degree+ | 3.6% |
| School Test Score | 5.09 |
Area & Infrastructure
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 921/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.2 sq mi |
| County | Bureau County County |
Services
| Broadband Access | 80.4% |
| Avg Download Speed | 64.0 Mbps |
| Avg Upload Speed | 4.2 Mbps |
| Max Download Speed | 1,000 Mbps |
| EV Charging Stations | 6 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 9 |
| Public Libraries | 14 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 60 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Retail Stores | 95 |
Commute & Transportation
| Avg Commute | 24.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 90.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
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) |
Childcare
| Center-Based (monthly) | |
| Infant | $897 |
| Toddler | $787 |
| Preschool | $520 |
| Family Childcare (monthly) | |
| Infant | $628 |
| Preschool | $628 |
Top Industries in Bureau County
Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).
| Industry | Jobs | Establishments | Avg Annual Pay | Location Quotient |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1,922 | 40 | $58,322 | 4.52 |
| Manufacturing | 1,427 | 37 | $77,745 | 1.73 |
| Retail Trade | 1,120 | 96 | $33,418 | 1.12 |
| Accommodation & Food Services | 698 | 72 | $18,012 | 0.77 |
| Construction | 454 | 82 | $73,740 | 0.86 |
| Wholesale Trade | 453 | 45 | $65,937 | 1.15 |
| Other Services | 321 | 61 | $59,453 | 1.06 |
| Professional & Technical Services | 239 | 34 | $56,727 | 0.34 |
| Finance & Insurance | 190 | 32 | $65,276 | 0.47 |
| Arts & Entertainment | 66 | 14 | $16,843 | 0.39 |
| Real Estate | 57 | 14 | $47,707 | 0.37 |
| Information & Technology | 28 | 7 | $42,790 | 0.15 |
Radio Stations near Cherry
64 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| WRUW Cleveland 91.1 FM Case Western U. | alternative, college radio | AAC+ 42 kbps | |
| Ambient Sleeping Pill | 128 kbps mp3 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 24/7 Polka Heaven | polka | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WTAM 1100 - Cleveland, Ohio | local news, local talk | AAC | |
| WKSU News Channel (HD4) [aac+] | bbc, npr | AAC 64 kbps | |
| 107.3 Alternative - Cleveland, Ohio | alternative rock, rock | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Yes.fm Worship | christian | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| I Hate Free Speech | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Outworld Fleet Radio | explicit, fandom | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 101.3 WKRD - Rockford's Best Mix | 00s, 70s | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| WLW - 700 AM - Cincinnati, OH | news, right winger | AAC 22 kbps | |
| Folk Alley Irish Music | 128 kbps, irish folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WSWO-LP 97.3 | oldies | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WINT 1330 & 105.1 - Willoughby, Ohio | local talk, news talk | MP3 64 kbps | |
| WYSO 91.3 Yellow Springs, OH | bbc, npr | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Spin Cycle - Mixing and Remixing The Hits 24/7 | — | AAC | |
| WCPN 90.3 "Ideastream" Cleveland, OH | cleveland, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WSTB 88.9 The AlterNation, Streetsboro | alternative / indie, alternative rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Yes.fm (Toledo,oh) 89.7 | christian, hip-hop | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Folk Alley | 128 kbps, irish folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WJCU 88.7 John Carroll University - University Heights, OH (AAC) | cleveland, university heights | AAC+ 128 kbps | |
| The Fan 97.1 WBNS-FM Sports Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Apostolic Christian Friendship Radio | bible, choir | MP3 | |
| WCBE 90.5 Columbus, OH | npr, public radio | MP3 96 kbps | |
| WJCU 88.7 John Carroll University - University Heights, OH (MP3) | cleveland, university heights | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WNIR 100.1 Kent, OH | akron, kent | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| WBBW "Sports Radio 1240" Youngstown, OH | cbs sports radio, sport | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| RadioGPT | — | AAC 128 kbps | |
| WAPS 91.3 "The Summit" Akron, OH | adult album alternative, akron | MP3 96 kbps | |
| WINT 1330 & 101.5 - Willoughby, Ohio | local talk, news talk | MP3 64 kbps | |
| WPIC "News Talk 790" Sharon, PA | news talk, sharon | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WZNP 89.3 "The River" Newark, OH | christian, christian contemporary | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WKNR 850 Cleveland | espn, sports news | MP3 96 kbps | |
| WQGR FM (Gold 93.7) | — | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WFGF 92.1 "The Frog" Wapakoneta, OH | country, lima | MP3 | |
| WQQO "Q105.5" Sylvania, OH | hot adult contemporary, sylvania | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WMMX Mix 107.7 | adult contemporary | AAC 24 kbps | |
| WHOT 101.1 "Hot 101" Youngstown, OH | contemporary hits, top 40 | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WYSU 88.5 All Classical | classical | MP3 128 kbps | |
| TruBlues975 WDIF-LP | blues, community radio | AAC+ 96 kbps | |
| WRQN 93.5 Bowling Green, OH | bowling green, classic hits | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WXKR "94.5 XKR" Port Clinton, OH | classic rock, port clinton | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| Kickin Country 104.9 | — | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| WGUC-HD2 Jazz Stream - Cincinatti, OH | cincinatti, jazz | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WDOH "Fun 107.1" Delphos, OH | classic hits, delphos | MP3 | |
| 100.7 WMMS - Cleveland, Ohio | alternative rock, hard rock | AAC | |
| WGUC Cincinnati Classical Music Radio | — | MP3 320 kbps | |
| Folk Alley Classic | 128 kbps, classic folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WQXK 105.1 "K 105" Salem, OH | country, salem | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WKSU Classical | classical music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WKKY 104.7 Geneva, OH | ashtabula county, commercial | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WQQO-HD2 "Talk 100.7 Radio" Sylvania, OH | sylvania, talk radio | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| WCLV Cleveland Classical | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Folk Alley Classic Folk | 128 kbps, classic folk | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WGUC "Classical 90.9" Cincinatti, OH | cincinatti, classical | MP3 320 kbps | |
| WKKO 99.9 "K 100" Toledo, OH | country, toledo | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| 97.9 WNCI | — | AAC | |
| WMKV 89.3 FM Reading, OH | adult standards, big band | AAC+ 48 kbps | |
| X Music Online | christian, christian hit | AAC 32 kbps | |
| Stillwater NOAA Weather radio | — | MP3 32 kbps | |
| WGTE-FM | npr, public radio | MP3 128 kbps | |
| WPFX 107.7 "The Wolf" Luckey, OH | country, luckey | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| WEGE 104.9 "The Eagle" Lima, OH | classic rock, lima | MP3 | |
| 97.5 WONE Akron's Home of Rock & Roll | classic rock, rock | AAC+ 48 kbps |
National Parks Near Cherry
16 national parks and monuments found near Cherry.
| Park | Type | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Bishop Hill Park | State Park | Free |
| Buffalo Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Castle Rock State Park | State Park | Free |
| Channahon State Park | State Park | Free |
| Fox River | State Park | Free |
| Gebhard Woods State Park | State Park | Free |
| Illini State Park | State Park | Free |
| Jubliee College State Park | State Park | Free |
| Lowden State Park | State Park | Free |
| Matthiessen State Park | State Park | Free |
| Morraine Hills State Park | State Park | Free |
| Presidential Park | State Park | Free |
| Rock Cut State Park | State Park | Free |
| Silver Springs | State Park | Free |
| Whitewater State Park | State Park | Free |
| William G. Stratton State Park | State Park | Free |
Historical Trends — Cherry
Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).
Population
Median Household Income
| Year | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 474 | $58,500 |
| 2015 | 466 | $52,206 |
| 2017 | 459 | $51,071 |
| 2019 | 452 | $49,583 |
| 2021 | 427 | $46,000 |
| 2023 | 423 | $47,250 |
Museums in Cherry
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL CORRIDOR ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8152201848 | $609,625 | |
| HEGELER CARUS FOUNDATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 8152245892 | $463,260 | |
| LASALLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 101 E CANAL STREET | 8156674861 | $134,019 |
| MENDOTA MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 901 WASHINGTON ST | 8155393373 | $77,236 |
| PUTNAM COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | 327 OLD HIGHWAY 26 | 8159257560 | $32,267 |
| SPRING VALLEY HISTORIC ASSOCIATION | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | $9,724 | ||
| HOPKINS ALUMNI MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | |||
| HUME' CARNEGIE MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8155393373 | ||
| SPRING VALLEY MINE & HISTORICAL SOCIETY | HISTORIC PRESERVATION | |||
| UNION DEPOT RAILROAD MUSEUM | GENERAL MUSEUM | 8155383800 |
Libraries in Cherry
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY | 698 EAST PERU STREET | 0.0 | 100,256 | |||
| LASALLE PUBLIC LIBRARY | 305 MARQUETTE STREET | 0.0 | 92,916 | |||
| PERU PUBLIC LIBRARY | 1409 ELEVENTH STREET | 0.0 | 57,596 | |||
| RICHARD A. MAUTINO MEMORIAL LIBRARY | 215 EAST CLEVELAND STREET | 0.0 | 36,397 | |||
| GRAVES-HUME PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 1401 WEST MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 36,321 | |||
| UTICA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | MILL AND GROVE STREETS | 0.0 | 16,102 | |||
| OGLESBY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 111 SOUTH WOODLAND AVENUE | 0.0 | 14,564 | |||
| LAMOILLE-CLARION PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 81 MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 10,428 | |||
| PUTNAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 214 NORTH FOURTH STREET | 0.0 | 6,006 | |||
| SELBY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY DISTRICT | 101 DEPOT STREET | 0.0 | 5,516 | |||
| LADD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 125 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 4,680 | |||
| OHIO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT | 112 NORTH MAIN STREET | 0.0 | 3,500 | |||
| LEEPERTOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY | 201 EAST NEBRASKA STREET | 0.0 | 1,130 |
Farmers Markets in Cherry
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown LaSalle Canal Market | First and Marquette Streets | ||||
| LaSalle Farmers Market | 2nd St. & Gooding St. | ||||
| Mendota Farmers Market | 700 Main St. | Visit | |||
| Vandalia Country Market | 421 W Gallatin St. |
Monuments in Cherry
1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cell Towers in Cherry
| Address | Structure Type | Height (ft) |
|---|---|---|
| 206 12TH ST. (72530) | LTOWER | 60 |
| 206 12TH ST. (72530) | LTOWER | 60 |
Fire Stations in Cherry
| Name | Address | Type | Active Firefighters | Volunteers | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cherry Fire Protection District | 118 S Main ST | Volunteer | 815-894-2525 |
Bridges in Cherry
| Location | Type | Kind | Year Built | Length (ft) | Daily Traffic | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Culvert | Concrete | 1978 | 22 | 1,150 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1997 | 37 | 1,000 | F | |
| Culvert | Steel | 2008 | 31 | 600 | G | |
| Culvert | Concrete | 1940 | 28 | 150 | F | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1965 | 53 | 125 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1972 | 26 | 100 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 2014 | 77 | 100 | G | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Steel continuous | 1955 | 63 | 75 | P | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1971 | 28 | 75 | F | |
| Stringer/Multi-beam | Prestressed concrete | 2022 | 72 | 50 | G | |
| Box Beam (Multiple) | Prestressed concrete | 1966 | 53 | 25 | F |
Amtrak Stations in Cherry
1 Amtrak stations.
| Station | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Mendota, IL | 783 Main Street | TRAIN |
Superfund Sites Near Cherry
2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).
| Site | Address | County |
|---|---|---|
| ILLINOIS CEMENT CO | 1601 ROCKWELL ROAD | LA SALLE |
| WASHINGTON MILLS | 13230 ESK ST | PUTNAM |
Airports Near Cherry
50 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 7th Heaven Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 1 | — | Small Airport |
| Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 2 | — | Small Airport |
| Aero Lake Estates Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Aeroview Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Antique Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Aurora Municipal Airport | AUZ | Small Airport |
| B & C Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Barnstorm Field | — | Small Airport |
| Bresson Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area | — | Small Airport |
| Casa De Aero Park Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cloverleaf Ranch Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cody Port RLA Restricted Landing Area | — | Small Airport |
| Colonial Acres Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corn Alley 2 Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Corn Alley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Curanda Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cushing Field Ltd Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Cwian Field | — | Small Airport |
| David Gillespie Airport | — | Small Airport |
| DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Delhotal Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dick Burns Farm Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dixon Municipal Charles R. Walgreen Field | — | Small Airport |
| Doering's Port Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dunn Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Durin RLA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Earl Barnickel Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Earlville Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ebert Field | — | Small Airport |
| Edgar Read Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Edward Getzelman Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Edwin G. Bennett Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Ficklin-Airtech Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Fisch RLA Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flaherty Field | — | Small Airport |
| Foley Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foote Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foxfield Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Friends Field | — | Small Airport |
| Frings Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gehant Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Geldean Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gentry Airport | — | Small Airport |
| George Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gittleson Farms Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gord Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Gordon Brown Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Grandpas' Farm Mendota Airport | — | Small Airport |
Police Stations in Cherry
4 police stations.
| Station | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois State Police Troop 2 - La Salle Post | 2971 East 350th Road | |
| Oglesby Police Department | ||
| Peru Police Department | 1503 4th Street | |
| Spring Valley Police Department |
Treatment Centers in Cherry
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Local NP PC | Substance Abuse | 815-780-2525 |
| North Central Behav Health Systems | Both | 815-223-1610 |
Frequently Asked Questions About Cherry
What is the population of Cherry?
Cherry has a population of 488 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 921 people per square mile, spread across 0.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 49.8% female and 50.2% male.
Is Cherry expensive to live in?
Cherry has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $47,250, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $96,900 (66% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $892 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.
Is Cherry safe?
Cherry is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,087 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Cherry receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.
What is the weather like in Cherry?
Cherry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 22°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.1 inches, with 28.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.
How is the job market in Cherry?
The job market in Cherry is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,025. There are 771 business establishments in the area, including 77 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 24 minutes, and 2.6% of workers work from home.
How much does housing cost in Cherry?
The median home value in Cherry is $96,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $137,209. For renters, the median monthly rent is $892. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.3%. The average annual property tax is $5,364.
How are the schools in Cherry?
Schools in Cherry score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.5% of adults in Cherry hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. 3.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.
How healthy is Cherry?
The obesity rate in Cherry is 37.3% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.2% of adults are smokers. 22.5% are physically inactive. 25.4% of residents report depression. 8.2% lack health insurance. 66.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,192.
What is transportation like in Cherry?
The average commute in Cherry is 24 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.6% work from home.
What are the demographics of Cherry?
The racial and ethnic makeup of Cherry is 96.3% White. 96.8% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.2% speak Spanish. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 18.5% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.