Lexington, IL

Illinois · McLean County · Bloomington Metro

Lexington is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,074. Residents earn $98,676 per year, which is 31% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0

B+ Good

2,074 Population 1,012/sq mi density

$98,676 Median Income $43,318 per capita

$171,600 Home Value $226,106 Zillow

$734 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

92 Violent Crime/100K 367 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.7 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

A+

Economy

5.0 / 5.0

$98,676 median income, 2.0% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$171,600 home value, $734/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

92 violent crimes/100K (76% below avg)

B+

Education

3.6 / 5.0

32.6% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $98,676

31% higher than US avg

Home Value $171,600

39% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 92/100K

76% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 32.6%

3% lower than US avg

Median Rent $734

37% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.8%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.0%

44% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.6%

79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,074

Median Age43.1 yrs

Density1,012/mi²

Male / Female53% / 47%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans6.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$98,676

Per Capita$43,318

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty2.6%

County GDP$16,910M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$171,600

Rent$734

Ownership88.6%

Zillow$226,106

Housing Units914

Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

Violent92/100K

Property367/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%

Uninsured7.1%

Smoking14.0%

Depression24.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain36.3 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation746 ft (227 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+32.6%

High School+96.9%

Graduate+8.4%

School Score6.02

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 52%

Commute30 min

Broadband93.2%

EV Stations1

Libraries15

Is Lexington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lexington receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Lexington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lexington is $98,676, which is significantly higher than the national average / 31% above $75,149. This places Lexington among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lexington is $171,600, 39% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Lexington is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 367 per 100,000, 81% below the national average.

Education

32.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lexington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°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 36.3 inches, including 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lexington has a population of 2,074 with a density of 1,012 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.2% female and 52.8% male. The city is predominantly White (94.7%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 98.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,074

Total Population

1,012

People / sq mi

43.1yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

2.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%

Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lexington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.0%

24% above US avg

Spanish 3.0%

78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lexington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lexington is $98,676, which is 31% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,318 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,273, 11% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 3,357 business establishments, including 404 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 12.5% of workers work from home.

Income: Lexington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$98,676
	31% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,318
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,273
IRS Avg AGI	$88,598
Gini Index	0.480 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.0%
	44% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.6%
	79% below US avg
Establishments (County)	3,357
County GDP	$16,910M

Business (County)

Restaurants	404
Healthcare	365
Retail	498
Manufacturing	82

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$7,182
	105% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	29.7 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lexington is $171,600, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,106, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 99.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $734 (37% 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. 88.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 914 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1971. The average annual property tax is $7,182 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$171,600
	39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$226,106

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft	$185
Homes Sold	2
Sale-to-List Ratio	99.1%
Price Drops	0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$734
	37% below US avg
Rent Burden	28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	88.6%
Owner-Occupied	88.6%
Renter-Occupied	11.4%
Housing Units	914
Median Year Built	1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$7,182
	105% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.19%

In Lexington, 35.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.8% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 30.4% have high blood pressure. 14.0% are current smokers. 20.5% report binge drinking. 20.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.8% experience frequent mental distress. 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,628. The dentist ratio is 1:1,426. 78.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.8%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	8.8%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.4%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.1%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.0%
	0% below US avg
Binge Drinking	20.5%
Physical Inactivity	20.1%
Depression	24.0%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	11.9%
Short Sleep	33.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	98.7%
Uninsured	7.1%
	17% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,628
Dentists	1:1,426
Mental Health	1:259
Checkup Rate	75.5%
Dental Visits	65.7%
Premature Death	6,618/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.2/10
Exercise Access	78.7%
Healthcare Facilities	365

Lexington has a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, 76% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 367 per 100,000, 81% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 20 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Lexington receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	91.7/100K
	76% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property	367.0/100K
	81% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	31
Avg Accident Severity	3.1 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Lexington experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°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 36.3 inches. The area receives 19.9 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 746 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.5°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	23°F (-5°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	746 ft (227 m)
Area	2.1 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density	1,012/sq mi
Coordinates	40.6470°N, 88.7841°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	McLean County County
Nearest Airport	Central Il Regional/Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 14 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"

5% below US avg

Snowfall 19.9"

Wettest Month (May) 4.09"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.54"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0482 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	86.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	15.1 / 100
Community Resilience	95.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively High
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	Relatively High
Cold Wave	Relatively High
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

6 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on May 13, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004	12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois	M4.2	91 km
Feb 10, 2010	2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois	M3.8	149 km
Sep 2, 1999	8 km W of Amboy, Illinois	M3.5	131 km
May 13, 2025	7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois	M3.3	148 km
Jul 15, 2024	2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois	M3.1	111 km
Mar 15, 2025	6 km W of Dwight, Illinois	M2.6	54 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

771 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 32 fatalities, 816 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 17, 2013	EF4	66 km	3
Jul 13, 2004	EF4	49 km	0
May 5, 1977	EF4	59 km	0
Jun 29, 1976	EF4	83 km	0
Mar 20, 1976	EF4	94 km	0
Apr 17, 1963	EF4	83 km	1
Feb 28, 2017	EF3	57 km	0
Feb 28, 2017	EF3	77 km	2
Jun 22, 2015	EF3	81 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	70 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	98 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	98 km	0
Jun 5, 2010	EF3	51 km	0
Apr 20, 2004	EF3	79 km	8
May 10, 2003	EF3	78 km	0
Apr 19, 1996	EF3	92 km	1
Apr 19, 1996	EF3	98 km	0
Apr 19, 1996	EF3	60 km	0
Apr 19, 1996	EF3	79 km	0
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	81 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

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

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2019	UNNAMED	1,741	96 km
2019	UNNAMED	1,664	98 km
2021	MIDDLE GRANT CREEK	700	96 km
2017	UNNAMED	549	96 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	23°F (-5°C)	1.6 in	Coldest
February	28°F (-2°C)	1.5 in	Driest
March	39°F (4°C)	3.0 in
April	51°F (10°C)	3.7 in
May	62°F (17°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
June	71°F (22°C)	3.7 in
July	73°F (23°C)	4.0 in	Warmest
August	72°F (22°C)	3.5 in
September	66°F (19°C)	3.5 in
October	54°F (12°C)	2.7 in
November	41°F (5°C)	2.8 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	2.6 in

Lexington has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 23°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.8 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.5").

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Lexington is located in McLean County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 32.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 3% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 51.6% of the vote, a 4.9-point margin. 93.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 15 public libraries serving the community. 365 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.8%

D 51.6%

Winner: Democrat by 4.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20
Traffic Accidents	31
Avg Accident Severity	3.1 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	32.6%
	3% below US avg
High School+	96.9%
Graduate Degree+	8.4%
School Test Score	6.02

B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,012/sq mi
Total Area	2.1 sq mi
County	McLean County County

Services

Broadband Access	93.2%
Avg Download Speed	118.1 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	46.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	15
Healthcare Facilities	365
Restaurants	404
Retail Stores	498

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	29.7 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	12.5%

Average costs for common services in Lexington. 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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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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)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$1,358
Toddler	$1,220
Preschool	$1,208
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$783
Toddler	$770
Preschool	$787

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in McLean County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Finance & Insurance	17,372	192	$110,363	4.81
Health Care & Social Assistance	10,532	318	$59,159	0.83
Manufacturing	9,817	114	$80,990	1.34
Accommodation & Food Services	8,819	362	$24,635	1.09
Retail Trade	8,240	414	$36,272	0.93
Administrative & Waste Services	3,913	190	$47,961	0.75
Construction	2,639	334	$74,455	0.57
Other Services	2,624	304	$52,042	0.98
Transportation & Warehousing	2,058	112	$62,034	0.55
Wholesale Trade	2,009	158	$72,991	0.57
Arts & Entertainment	1,253	79	$25,733	0.84
Educational Services	1,075	52	$41,235	0.58
Real Estate	1,036	136	$44,506	0.75
Information & Technology	460	42	$70,761	0.28
Utilities	232	9	$125,778	0.69
Unclassified	10	6	$38,355	0.08

Schools in Lexington

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Lexington Elem School	Elementary	218	18	12.1:1
Lexington High School	High	158	13	12.2:1
Lexington Jr High School	Middle	113	6	18.8:1

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Radio Stations near Lexington

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

National Parks Near Lexington

13 national parks and monuments found near Lexington.

Park	Type	Fee
Buffalo Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Channahon State Park	State Park	Free
Edward R. Madigan 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
Lincoln Home National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Matthiessen State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Springs	State Park	Free
Spitler Woods	State Park	Free
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument	National Monument	Free
William G. Stratton State Park	State Park	Free

Historical Trends — Lexington

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	2,083	$65,542
2015	2,051	$68,224
2017	2,042	$72,396
2019	2,018	$63,221
2021	2,068	$83,233
2023	2,086	$98,676

Museums in Lexington

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MERWIN & WAKELEY GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM			$84,629,391
MCLEAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3098270428	$1,485,266
MCLEAN COUNTY ARTS CENTER	ART MUSEUM		3098290011	$487,716
MILLER PARK ZOO	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION		3094342250	$229,793
OLD HOUSE SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	214 DOUGLAS STREET	3098200548	$170,963
PONTIAC-OAKLAND MUSEUM & RESOURCE CENTER	NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM			$139,424
CHILDREN'S DISCOVERY MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	101 EAST BEAUFORT STREET	3094333444	$84,288
DAVID DAVIS MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3098281084	$61,845
DAVID DAVIS MANSION FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	100 MONROE DRIVE	3098281084	$61,845
DAVID DAVIS MANSION STATE HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	1000 E MONROE DR	3098281084	$61,845
MCLEAN COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3094529703	$6,713
BARN KEEPERS	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		3093782406
FELL ARBORETUM AT ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		3094382111
ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM		3094382496
ILLINOIS WOMENS MILITARY AND CIVIL MEMORIAL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
INTERNATIONAL WALLDOG MURAL & SIGN ART MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
JOE MCCAULEY ART GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
LEXINGTON GENELOGICAL AND HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		7818624731
LIVINGSTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIVINGSTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LIVINGSTON COUNTY WAR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	321 N MAIN ST	8158420301
NORMAL HISTORICAL SOCIETY	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM		3094333447
PRAIRIE AIR SHOW	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	502 N PROSPECT ROAD	3096616546
PRAIRIE AVIATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		3096637632
TELEPHONE MUSEUM OF GRIDLEY	GENERAL MUSEUM		3097473177
UNIVERSITY GALLERIES	ART MUSEUM		3094385487

Libraries in Lexington

Name	Address	Annual Visits
BLOOMINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY	205 EAST OLIVE STREET	411,492
NORMAL PUBLIC LIBRARY	206 WEST COLLEGE AVENUE	293,400
PONTIAC PUBLIC LIBRARY	211 EAST MADISON STREET	56,400
EL PASO PUBLIC LIBRARY	149 WEST FIRST STREET	22,359
GRIDLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	320 CENTER STREET	18,977
LEXINGTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	207 SOUTH CEDAR STREET	18,000
HUDSON AREA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	104 PEARL STREET	14,684
TOWANDA DISTRICT LIBRARY	301 SOUTH TAYLOR STREET	9,803
CHENOA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT	211 SOUTH DIVISION STREET	7,820
MARTIN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY	132 WEST MAIN STREET	4,219

Farmers Markets in Lexington

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Downtown Bloomington Association Farmers Market	200 N. Main Street	May 5, 2018 to October 27, 2018	Sat: 7:30 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Downtown Bloomington Farmers Market- Indoor	101 South Madison Street	11/17/2018 to 04/20/2019	Sat: 10:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Pontiac Farmers Market	112 W. Madison Street	06/01/2013 to 10/26/2013	Sat: 7:00 AM-11:00 AM;	Yes	Visit
Uptown Normal Trailside Farmers Market	100 W North St

Restaurants in Lexington

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kemp's Upper Tap

Uncle Vait's Pizza

Cafes in Lexington

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Emerald & Amethyst Books

Essential Coffee

Gas Stations in Lexington

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Banks in Lexington

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heartland Bank

Gyms in Lexington

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

US #1362527572

Breweries in Lexington

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
City Beverage	Brewery	1110 Lafayette
Illinois Brewing Co	brewery	102 N Center St	3.10E+09
K2 Brewing	Brewery Hawthorne Hills	1910 Crimson Ln	3097264252	Visit

EV Charging Stations in Lexington

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Anvil Brand Shoe Company - Tesla Destination	500 S. Spencer Street	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Lexington

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1050 SOUTH PINE STREET (67643)	GTOWER	116
1050 SOUTH PINE STREET (67643)	GTOWER	116
1050 S. Pine St. (Lerxington IL # 90174)	TOWER	116
1050 S. Pine St. (Lerxington IL # 90174)	TOWER	116
1.8 MILES NORTH OF CR1050N CR3025E (67644)	GTOWER	106
1.8 MILES NORTH OF CR1050N CR3025E (67644)	GTOWER	106
(Normal) NEAR HWY 55 ON TOWNSHIP RD	TOWER	89
(Normal) NEAR HWY 55 ON TOWNSHIP RD	TOWER	89
NORTHEAST CORNER OF 2780 AND 3000 NORTH (15753)	LTOWER	79
NORTHEAST CORNER OF 2780 AND 3000 NORTH (15753)	LTOWER	79
1199 4H Park Rd. (15082)	LTOWER	78
1199 4H Park Rd. (15082)	LTOWER	78
RR1, 3500 FEET SOUTH OF ARROWSMITH	TOWER	60
RR1, 3500 FEET SOUTH OF ARROWSMITH	TOWER	60
STATE HIGHWAY 116 (72545)	LTOWER	59
STATE HIGHWAY 116 (72545)	LTOWER	59
COUNTY ROAD 1800N 0 50 MILES EAST OF US HIGHWAY 51 (67650)	LTOWER	48
COUNTY ROAD 1800N 0 50 MILES EAST OF US HIGHWAY 51 (67650)	LTOWER	48

Fire Stations in Lexington

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Lexington Fire Protection District	102 S Benson ST	Mostly volunteer			309-365-8703

Bridges in Lexington

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1974	23	23,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	333	11,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1973	333	11,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	256	11,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	256	11,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	182	11,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	182	11,700	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1977	97	11,700	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1975	97	11,700	F
Slab	Concrete	1954	26	2,950	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1946	158	2,750	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1954	204	2,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2015	78	2,050	G
Culvert	Concrete	2018	34	2,050	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	266	1,850	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	254	1,100	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1932	107	800	F
Slab	Concrete	2011	94	800	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1964	293	775	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1946	323	575	F
Slab	Concrete	2012	64	575	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2017	90	475	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	200	425	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1978	559	325	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1971	60	250	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1978	496	250	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	91	225	F
Slab	Concrete continuous	1965	55	150	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1974	354	150	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1990	88	75	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1969	87	75	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1994	125	50	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1970	57	50	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1968	71	50	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	2008	84	50	G
Slab	Concrete	2005	98	50	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1999	25	25	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1983	80	25	G
Slab	Concrete continuous	1972	71	25	G

Amtrak Stations in Lexington

2 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Bloomington-Normal, IL	11 Uptown Circle	TRAIN
Pontiac, IL	711 West Water Street	TRAIN

Airports Near Lexington

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-Normal	BMI	Medium Airport
University of Illinois Willard Airport	CMI	Medium Airport
Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 1	—	Small Airport
Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 2	—	Small Airport
Aero Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Alekat Acres Airport	—	Small Airport
Antique Aerodrome	—	Small Airport
Bakers Strip	—	Small Airport
Barnstorm Field	—	Small Airport
Berns Airport	—	Small Airport
Bock Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Busboom RLA Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
C D Maulding Airport	—	Small Airport
Colman Airport	—	Small Airport
Colonel Smith Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Corn Alley 2 Airport	—	Small Airport
Corn Alley Airport	—	Small Airport
Corn Field	—	Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport	—	Small Airport
Curanda Airport	—	Small Airport
David Gillespie Airport	—	Small Airport
Day Aero-Place Airport	—	Small Airport
Dean Schwenk RLA Airport	—	Small Airport
Dwight Airport	—	Small Airport
Edgar Read Airport	—	Small Airport
Ficklin-Airtech Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying Illini Airport	—	Small Airport
Foley Airport	—	Small Airport
Foote Airport	—	Small Airport
Frasca Field	—	Small Airport
Frings Airport	—	Small Airport
Gaitros STOL Airport	—	Small Airport
Hammer Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport
Harford Airport	—	Small Airport
Hasselbring Airport	—	Small Airport
Hattan Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Hayenga's Cant Find Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Hendrix Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoblit Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Holland Field	—	Small Airport
Hooterville Airport	—	Small Airport
Hope Field	—	Small Airport
Hugh Van Voorst Airport	—	Small Airport
Illinois Valley Parachute Club Airport	—	Small Airport
Illinois Valley Regional Airport Walter A Duncan Field	VYS	Small Airport
Jay Schertz Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Jim & Peg Airport	—	Small Airport
John D Rennick Airport	—	Small Airport
John Scharff Airport	—	Small Airport
John W Meils Restricted Landing Area	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Lexington

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Bloomington Police Department	305 South East Street
Chenoa Police Department
Illinois State Police Troop 5 - Pontiac Post	800 North 1500 East Road
Illinois State University Police Department
Livingston County Sheriff's Office	844 West Lincoln Street
McLean County Sheriff	104 West Front Street
Normal Police Department	100 East Phoenix Avenue
Pontiac Police Department

Grocery Stores in Lexington

4 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
CASEY'S GENERAL STORE 3901	Convenience Store	1725 PJ KELLER HWY
Dollar General 13635	Other	1710 PJ Keller Hwy
Lexington C Store	Convenience Store	1740 PJ Keller Hwy
Lexington finer foods & liquor	Grocery Store	201 W Main St

Treatment Centers in Lexington

5 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
ABC Unlimited Inc	Substance Abuse	309-820-6757
Carle BroMenn Medical Center - Addiction Recovery Services	Substance Abuse	309-268-5993
Chestnut Health Systems Inc	Substance Abuse	309-827-6026
Institute for Human Resources	Both	815-844-6109
McLean County Center for Human Servs - Main Office	Mental Health	309-827-5351

Churches & Religious Organizations in Lexington

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHURCH OF CHRIST UNITING	PO BOX 104
LEXINGTON COMMUNITY CHURCH	515 S PINE ST
SERVANTS OF OUR LORD MINISTRY INC	416 W MAIN ST
ST PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH	107 E CHATHAM ST
THE TABERNACLE OF DAVID	310 W WALNUT ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Lexington

What is the population of Lexington?

Lexington has a population of 2,074 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,012 people per square mile, spread across 2.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.2% female and 52.8% male.

Is Lexington expensive to live in?

Lexington has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $98,676, 31% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,600 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $734 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Lexington safe?

Lexington is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 92 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 367 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Lexington receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Lexington?

Lexington has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°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 36.3 inches, with 19.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Lexington?

The job market in Lexington is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,273. There are 3,357 business establishments in the area, including 404 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 12.5% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Lexington?

The median home value in Lexington is $171,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $226,106. For renters, the median monthly rent is $734. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 88.6%. The average annual property tax is $7,182.

How are the schools in Lexington?

Schools in Lexington score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 32.6% of adults in Lexington hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.9% have completed high school. 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Lexington?

The obesity rate in Lexington is 35.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.0% of adults are smokers. 20.1% are physically inactive. 24.0% of residents report depression. 7.1% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 78.7% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,628.

What is transportation like in Lexington?

The average commute in Lexington is 30 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 12.5% work from home.

What are the demographics of Lexington?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Lexington is 94.7% White. 97% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 10.5% of residents have a disability. 98.7% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Chenoa, IL 1,559 pop · 6.9 mi Gridley, IL 1,339 pop · 8.4 mi Hudson, IL 2,048 pop · 11.1 mi El Paso, IL 2,871 pop · 13.9 mi Normal, IL 52,908 pop · 14.0 mi Bloomington, IL 78,703 pop · 15.3 mi Fairbury, IL 3,683 pop · 15.7 mi Downs, IL 1,451 pop · 18.0 mi Pontiac, IL 11,483 pop · 18.3 mi Twin Grove, IL 1,554 pop · 20.3 mi Forrest, IL 1,008 pop · 20.9 mi Le Roy, IL 3,177 pop · 21.3 mi Minonk, IL 1,909 pop · 22.5 mi Roanoke, IL 1,987 pop · 24.2 mi

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