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LaSalle, IL

Illinois · Putnam County

LaSalle is a small city in Illinois with a population of 9,471. Residents earn $54,246 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,471 Population 702/sq mi density
$54,246 Median Income $28,390 per capita
$109,500 Home Value $174,202 Zillow
$1,011 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
60 Violent Crime/100K 2,087 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$54,246 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,500 home value, $1,011/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
60 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $54,246
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,500
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 60/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,011
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,471
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density702/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$54,246
Per Capita$28,390
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$428M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,500
Rent$1,011
Ownership62.7%
Zillow$174,202
Housing Units4,441
Rent Burden27.6%

Crime

F
Violent60/100K
Property2,087/100K

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking16.2%
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation579 ft (176 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+85.5%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score5.19

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute20 min
Broadband85.3%
EV Stations2
Libraries6

Is LaSalle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, LaSalle receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. LaSalle has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in LaSalle is $54,246, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in LaSalle is $109,500, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,011 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

LaSalle 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

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

LaSalle 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.

LaSalle has a population of 9,471 with a density of 702 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (78.1%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 5.4% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 87.3% of residents, while 12.7% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 96.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

9,471
Total Population
702
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
5.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

LaSalle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish 12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

LaSalle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in LaSalle is $54,246, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,390 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,339. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 165 business establishments, including 10 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 2.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: LaSalle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,246
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,390
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934
Gini Index0.380 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)165
County GDP$428M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare4
Retail13
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in LaSalle is $109,500, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,202, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 100.9% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $1,011 (13% 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. 62.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 4,441 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1955. The average annual property tax is $4,588 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 27.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,500
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$174,202
Median List Price$134,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$134,500
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio100.9%
Price Drops22.7%
Inventory22

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,011
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership62.7%
Owner-Occupied62.7%
Renter-Occupied37.3%
Housing Units4,441
Median Year Built1955

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate4.19%
In LaSalle, 38.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.6% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.9% of residents. 31.6% have high blood pressure. 16.2% are current smokers. 20.2% report binge drinking. 25.4% are physically inactive. 23.7% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 11.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,566. The dentist ratio is 1:2,786. 37.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.2%
16% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Primary Care1:5,566
Dentists1:2,786
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits57.4%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
LaSalle has a violent crime rate of 60 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,087 per 100,000, 6% above the U.S. average. Overall, LaSalle receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent59.6/100K
84% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,087.3/100K
6% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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LaSalle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 73°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 38.1 inches. The area receives 28.5 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 579 feet.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.6°F
8% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation579 ft (176 m)
Area5.0 sq mi (13.0 km²)
Population Density702/sq mi
Coordinates41.3352°N, 89.0972°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPutnam County County
Nearest AirportIllinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS)
3 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.1"
0% below US avg
Snowfall 28.5"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.17"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score9.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.8 / 100
Community Resilience79.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 22 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 86 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 51 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 118 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 47 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 113 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 88 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 57 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

681 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 81 fatalities, 1,442 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990 EF5 73 km 29
Apr 9, 2015 EF4 60 km 2
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 89 km 3
Jul 13, 2004 EF4 63 km 0
Mar 29, 1981 EF4 81 km 0
Jun 29, 1979 EF4 75 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 81 km 0
Jun 13, 1976 EF4 99 km 2
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 100 km 24
Apr 17, 1963 EF4 85 km 1
Jun 20, 2021 EF3 88 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 52 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 12 km 2
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 60 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 40 km 0
Apr 20, 2004 EF3 18 km 8
May 9, 1995 EF3 59 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 87 km 0
Apr 27, 1984 EF3 68 km 1
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 99 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,741 ac, 2019).

Year Name Acres Distance
2019 UNNAMED 1,741 78 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,664 82 km
2021 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3 978 89 km
2024 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX 938 89 km
2021 UNNAMED 738 88 km
2021 MIDDLE GRANT CREEK 700 79 km
2019 UNNAMED 698 89 km
2017 UNNAMED 549 79 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 22°F (-6°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 26°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 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
October 53°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

LaSalle has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 22°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.2") and February the driest (1.2").

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LaSalle is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 13.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 60% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.8-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.5%
D 37.7%

Winner: Republican by 22.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+85.5%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score5.19
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density702/sq mi
Total Area5.0 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Avg Download Speed53.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone85.2%
Public Transit0.2%
Work from Home2.4%
Average costs for common services in LaSalle. 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)
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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)
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

Top Industries in Putnam County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 554 14 $79,286 3.35
Transportation & Warehousing 174 14 $88,917 2.04
Finance & Insurance 52 6 $70,557 0.64
Accommodation & Food Services 47 11 $18,517 0.26
Professional & Technical Services 38 5 $79,184 0.27
Other Services 32 8 $38,263 0.53
Arts & Entertainment 23 4 $14,681 0.68
Real Estate 10 4 $27,424 0.32

Schools in LaSalle

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
La Salle-Peru Twp High School High 1,198 90 13.3:1
Northwest Elem School Elementary 634 51 12.4:1
Lincoln Jr High School Middle 258 18 14.3:1
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Radio Stations near LaSalle

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 LaSalle

14 national parks and monuments found near LaSalle.

ParkTypeFee
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
Silver Springs State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free
William G. Stratton State Park State Park Free

Museums in LaSalle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CANAL CORRIDOR ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8152201848$609,625
HEGELER CARUS FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8152245892$463,260
LASALLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 E CANAL STREET8156674861$134,019
MENDOTA MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION901 WASHINGTON ST8155393373$77,236
PUTNAM COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION327 OLD HIGHWAY 268159257560$32,267
SPRING VALLEY HISTORIC ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$9,724
HOPKINS ALUMNI MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
HUME' CARNEGIE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8155393373
SPRING VALLEY MINE & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
UNION DEPOT RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8155383800

Libraries in LaSalle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
LASALLE PUBLIC LIBRARY305 MARQUETTE STREET0.092,916
PERU PUBLIC LIBRARY1409 ELEVENTH STREET0.057,596
RICHARD A. MAUTINO MEMORIAL LIBRARY215 EAST CLEVELAND STREET0.036,397
GRAVES-HUME PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1401 WEST MAIN STREET0.036,321
UTICA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICTMILL AND GROVE STREETS0.016,102
OGLESBY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT111 SOUTH WOODLAND AVENUE0.014,564
LAMOILLE-CLARION PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT81 MAIN STREET0.010,428
PUTNAM COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT214 NORTH FOURTH STREET0.06,006
SELBY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY DISTRICT101 DEPOT STREET0.05,516
LADD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT125 NORTH MAIN STREET0.04,680
LOSTANT COMMUNITY LIBRARY102 WEST THIRD STREET0.01,397

Farmers Markets in LaSalle

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown LaSalle Canal Market First and Marquette Streets
LaSalle Farmers Market2nd St. & Gooding St.
Mendota Farmers Market700 Main St.Visit
Vandalia Country Market421 W Gallatin St.

Restaurants in LaSalle

12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

101 Supper Club
Bella's Pizza
Country House Restaurant
Denny's
Fajitas
Fire on Fith Pizza
Genghis Khan
Mickey's Massive Burritos
Mr. J's Restaurant
Rawfully Yours
Riverfront Bar & Grill
Uptown Bar & Grill

Theatres in LaSalle

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stage 212

Gas Stations in LaSalle

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
BP
BP
Casey's General Store
Flying J
Flying J
Shell

Banks in LaSalle

5 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANCO Credit Union
Eureka Savings Bank
First Federal Savings Bank
Hometown National Bank
LaSalle State Bank

Golf Courses in LaSalle

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

South Bluff Country Club

Pharmacies in LaSalle

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
ARKINS DRUG STORE 1033 8TH STREET 815-223-0460

EV Charging Stations in LaSalle

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
La Salle City Hall140 Marquette StBlink Network3J1772public

Cell Towers in LaSalle

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
206 12TH ST. (72530)LTOWER60
206 12TH ST. (72530)LTOWER60
4428 EAST 1251ST ROAD (72543)LTOWER53
4428 EAST 1251ST ROAD (72543)LTOWER53

Fire Stations in LaSalle

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Lasalle Fire And Emergency Services1227 5TH STMostly volunteer815-223-0834

Bridges in LaSalle

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19612919,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19854319,400F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199644314,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous199643914,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19614512,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19614512,800G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196014910,250F
Truss (Thru)Steel continuous19582,2929,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19662929,050F
CulvertConcrete1985349,050G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19864079,050F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20031,7745,250F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20052455,250G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19536625,250G
CulvertConcrete1985381,825G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19611161,000F
CulvertConcrete198548950G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1961258625F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1965108625F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1985296375F
Truss (Deck)Steel1940158250P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete192874100F
Truss (Thru)Steel193228675P

Amtrak Stations in LaSalle

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Mendota, IL783 Main StreetTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near LaSalle

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
B.F. GOOODRICH COMPANYRURAL ROUTE 1, BOX 15MARSHALL
ILLINOIS CEMENT CO1601 ROCKWELL ROADLA SALLE
WASHINGTON MILLS13230 ESK STPUTNAM

Airports Near LaSalle

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International AirportPIAMedium Airport
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 AirportAUZSmall Airport
B & C Airport—Small Airport
Barnstorm Field—Small Airport
Bresson Airport—Small Airport
Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area—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
Dunn Airport—Small Airport
Durin RLA Airport—Small Airport
Dwight Airport—Small Airport
Earl Barnickel Airport—Small Airport
Earlville Airport—Small Airport
Ebert Field—Small Airport
Edgar Read 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
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
Grandpas' Farm Mendota Airport—Small Airport
Hammer Airport—Small Airport
Hammer Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Harford Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in LaSalle

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Illinois State Police Troop 2 - La Salle Post2971 East 350th Road
Oglesby Police Department
Peru Police Department1503 4th Street
Spring Valley Police Department

Grocery Stores in LaSalle

13 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
351 MinimartConvenience Store1613 Saint Vincent Ave
ALDI 68013 68013Supermarket951 Shooting Park Rd
Beck's 19Convenience Store703 Shooting Park Rd
Beck's 23Convenience Store359 3rd St
Casey's General Store 3388Convenience Store1327 5th St
CVS Pharmacy 8655Other1004 Shooting Park Rd
Dollar General 2014Other535 3rd St
Dollar General 21077Other2345 St Vincents Ave
Express Lane Gas & Food Mart 53Convenience Store802 3rd St
Express Lane Gas & Food Mart 55Convenience Store928 Shooting Park Rd
Ninas Market IncGrocery Store845 1st St
Pilot Travel Center 644Convenience Store343 Civic Rd
SAVE-A-LOT 23589Supermarket802 Joliet St

Treatment Centers in LaSalle

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Local NP PCSubstance Abuse815-780-2525
North Central Behav Health SystemsBoth815-223-1610

Churches & Religious Organizations in LaSalle

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ABUNDANT LIFE FELLOWSHIP1021 1ST ST
CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH TR UW260 BUCKLIN ST
GRACE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH1345 CHARTRES ST
IMPACT YOUTH MINISTRIES35 BROOK VIEW DR
LASALLE FOURSQUARE CHURCH931 3RD ST
LASALLE LIVING WORD CHURCH OF GOD1301 5TH ST
MIDWEST CATHEDRAL INCPO BOX 1128
SACRED HEART ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH TR UW W I TYLER260 BUCKLIN ST
SHUWB OUTREACH MINISTRIES145 HENNEPIN ST
ST PATRICKS ROMAN CATHOLIC SCHOOL653 4TH ST
UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST TRUST260 BUCKLIN ST
VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH229 GOODING ST
WTC MINISTRY INC542 CROSAT ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About LaSalle

What is the population of LaSalle?

LaSalle has a population of 9,471 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 702 people per square mile, spread across 5.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.5 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is LaSalle expensive to live in?

LaSalle has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $54,246, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $109,500 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,011 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is LaSalle safe?

LaSalle 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, LaSalle receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in LaSalle?

LaSalle 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 LaSalle?

LaSalle has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,339. There are 165 business establishments in the area, including 10 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 20 minutes, and 2.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in LaSalle?

The median home value in LaSalle is $109,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $174,202. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,011. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,588.

How are the schools in LaSalle?

Schools in LaSalle score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 13.6% of adults in LaSalle hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.5% have completed high school. 4.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is LaSalle?

The obesity rate in LaSalle is 38.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.2% of adults are smokers. 25.4% are physically inactive. 23.7% of residents report depression. 11.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 37.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,566.

What is transportation like in LaSalle?

The average commute in LaSalle is 20 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.2% of workers drive alone to work, and 2.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of LaSalle?

The racial and ethnic makeup of LaSalle is 78.1% White, 5.4% Black or African American, 1.1% Hispanic or Latino. 87.3% of residents speak only English at home, while 12.7% speak Spanish. 9.1% of the population are military veterans. 13.4% of residents have a disability. 96.2% have health insurance coverage.

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