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Mark, IL

Illinois · Putnam County

Mark is a small town in Illinois with a population of 522. Residents earn $79,911 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
522 Population 488/sq mi density
$79,911 Median Income $40,987 per capita
$154,800 Home Value $157,931 Zillow
$856 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 282 sunny days/yr
171 Violent Crime/100K 627 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,911 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,800 home value, $856/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
171 violent crimes/100K (55% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,911
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $154,800
45% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 171/100K
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population522
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density488/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,911
Per Capita$40,987
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$428M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,800
Rent$856
Ownership75.7%
Zillow$157,931
Housing Units259
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

F
Violent171/100K
Property627/100K

Health

Obesity36.6%
Uninsured7.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days282/yr
Elevation690 ft (210 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+98.2%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score5.48

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute21 min
Broadband92.0%
EV Stations6
Libraries6

Is Mark a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mark receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Mark offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mark is $79,911, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mark is $154,800, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mark is below the national average at 171 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 627 per 100,000, 68% below the national average.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Mark experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 282 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mark has a population of 522 with a density of 488 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 38.9% female and 61.1% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.8% of residents. 8.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

522
Total Population
488
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.1%
Female 38.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Mark vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish 2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mark vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mark is $79,911, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,987. The average weekly wage is $1,339. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. 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 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mark vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,911
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,987
Avg Weekly Wage$1,339
IRS Avg AGI$74,934
Gini Index0.380 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below 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 Rate2.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mark is $154,800, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,931. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% 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. 75.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 259 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $4,588 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,800
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,931

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.7%
Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units259
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,588
31% above US avg
Effective Rate2.96%
In Mark, 36.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.1% have high blood pressure. 14.8% are current smokers. 20.9% report binge drinking. 21.5% are physically inactive. 24.1% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 7.8% of residents lack health insurance. 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: Mark vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.5%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Uninsured7.8%
9% below US avg
Primary Care1:5,566
Dentists1:2,786
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death7,768/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access37.5%
Healthcare Facilities4
Mark has a violent crime rate of 171 per 100,000 residents, 55% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 627 per 100,000, 68% below the U.S. average. Overall, Mark receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent170.9/100K
55% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property626.8/100K
68% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Mark experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. The area gets 282 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 690 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days282 days/yr

Geography

Elevation690 ft (210 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density488/sq mi
Coordinates41.2623°N, 89.2550°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyPutnam County County
Nearest AirportIllinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS)
8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.02"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.26"

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 37 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 101 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 53 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 133 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 62 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 127 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 102 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 66 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

665 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 55 fatalities, 965 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990 EF5 89 km 29
Apr 9, 2015 EF4 66 km 2
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 76 km 3
Jul 13, 2004 EF4 52 km 0
Mar 29, 1981 EF4 74 km 0
Jun 29, 1979 EF4 90 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 66 km 0
Apr 17, 1963 EF4 97 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 26 km 2
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 40 km 0
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 73 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 48 km 0
Apr 20, 2004 EF3 3 km 8
May 10, 2003 EF3 95 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 46 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 93 km 0
Apr 27, 1984 EF3 84 km 1
Aug 5, 1979 EF3 89 km 0
Jun 30, 1977 EF3 41 km 0
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 86 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 92 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,664 96 km
2021 MIDDLE GRANT CREEK 700 93 km
2017 UNNAMED 549 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-5°C) 1.4 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.3 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 2.6 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
May 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
June 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in Wettest
July 75°F (24°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.8 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.6 in
November 40°F (4°C) 2.6 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Mark has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 24°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.5 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.3").

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Mark is located in Putnam County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 22.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 33% below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.5% of the vote, a 22.8-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 6 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 4 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.3% 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+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+98.2%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score5.48
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density488/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi
CountyPutnam County County

Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Avg Download Speed53.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed4.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations6
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants10
Retail Stores13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.4%
Average costs for common services in Mark. 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)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
View all 8 services

Pets

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

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

Radio Stations near Mark

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 Mark

13 national parks and monuments found near Mark.

ParkTypeFee
Bishop Hill Park State Park Free
Buffalo Rock State Park State Park Free
Castle Rock 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
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 Mark

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CANAL CORRIDOR ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8152201848$609,625
HEGELER CARUS FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION8152245892$463,260
LASALLE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION101 E CANAL STREET8156674861$134,019
PUTNAM COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION327 OLD HIGHWAY 268159257560$32,267
SPRING VALLEY HISTORIC ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$9,724
BUREAU COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8158752184
CHARLES PERDEW MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM914 FRONT STREET3093642980
GALENA TRAIL & COACH ROAD SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HOPKINS ALUMNI MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM
ILLINOIS HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETICGENERAL MUSEUM8158793263
MARSHALL COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION314 5TH ST3092462349
SPRING VALLEY MINE & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Mark

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY698 EAST PERU STREET0.0100,256
LASALLE PUBLIC LIBRARY305 MARQUETTE STREET0.092,916
PERU PUBLIC LIBRARY1409 ELEVENTH STREET0.057,596
RICHARD A. MAUTINO MEMORIAL LIBRARY215 EAST CLEVELAND STREET0.036,397
UTICA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICTMILL AND GROVE STREETS0.016,102
OGLESBY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT111 SOUTH WOODLAND AVENUE0.014,564
HENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY702 FRONT STREET0.013,010
LACON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT205 SIXTH STREET0.011,889
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
BOND PUBLIC LIBRARY208 SOUTH CHESTNUT STREET0.02,124
LOSTANT COMMUNITY LIBRARY102 WEST THIRD STREET0.01,397
LEEPERTOWN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY201 EAST NEBRASKA STREET0.01,130

Farmers Markets in Mark

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Downtown LaSalle Canal Market First and Marquette Streets
LaSalle Farmers Market2nd St. & Gooding St.
Princeton Farmers' Market935 North Main Street05/24/2014 to 10/25/2014Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:30 AM-2:00 PM;
Vandalia Country Market421 W Gallatin St.

Cell Towers in Mark

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1036 STEUBEN TOWNSHIP (72547)LTOWER76
1036 STEUBEN TOWNSHIP (72547)LTOWER76
EAST 2900 ROAD (72536)LTOWER59
EAST 2900 ROAD (72536)LTOWER59

Bridges in Mark

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous2007284,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamWood or Timber194027650F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1994133200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198329100F

Amtrak Stations in Mark

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Princeton, IL107 Bicentennial DriveTRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Mark

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 Mark

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International AirportPIAMedium Airport
7th Heaven AirportSmall Airport
Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 1Small Airport
Adams Restricted Landing Area Number 2Small Airport
Antique AerodromeSmall Airport
B & C AirportSmall Airport
Barnstorm FieldSmall Airport
Bresson AirportSmall Airport
Cady Aerial Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Cloverleaf Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Cody Port RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Colonial Acres AirportSmall Airport
Corn Alley 2 AirportSmall Airport
Corn Alley AirportSmall Airport
Cushing Field Ltd AirportSmall Airport
Cwian FieldSmall Airport
David Gillespie AirportSmall Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Delhotal AirportSmall Airport
Dick Burns Farm AirportSmall Airport
Dixon Municipal Charles R. Walgreen FieldSmall Airport
Doering's Port AirportSmall Airport
Dunn AirportSmall Airport
Durin RLA AirportSmall Airport
Earl Barnickel AirportSmall Airport
Earlville AirportSmall Airport
Ebert FieldSmall Airport
Edgar Read AirportSmall Airport
Edwin G. Bennett AirportSmall Airport
Ficklin-Airtech AirportSmall Airport
Fisch RLA AirportSmall Airport
Flaherty FieldSmall Airport
Foley AirportSmall Airport
Foote AirportSmall Airport
Frank's Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Friends FieldSmall Airport
Frings AirportSmall Airport
Gehant AirportSmall Airport
Geldean AirportSmall Airport
Gentry AirportSmall Airport
George AirportSmall Airport
Gittleson Farms AirportSmall Airport
Gord AirportSmall Airport
Gordon Brown AirportSmall Airport
Grandpas' Farm Mendota AirportSmall Airport
Hammer AirportSmall Airport
Hammer Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Hattan Farms AirportSmall Airport
Hemmingsen AirportSmall Airport
Hendrickson Flying Service AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Mark

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bureau County Sheriff's Office700 South Main Street
Illinois State Police Troop 2 - La Salle Post2971 East 350th Road
Marshall County Sheriffs Office520 Sixth Street
Oglesby Police Department
Peru Police Department1503 4th Street
Spring Valley Police Department

Treatment Centers in Mark

4 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Local NP PCSubstance Abuse815-780-2525
North Central Behav Health SystemsBoth815-223-1610
North Central Behavioral HealthSubstance Abuse815-223-1610
North Central BH Systems - Princeton Area OfficeBoth815-224-1610

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mark

What is the population of Mark?

Mark has a population of 522 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 488 people per square mile, spread across 0.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 38.9% female and 61.1% male.

Is Mark expensive to live in?

Mark has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $79,911, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $154,800 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mark safe?

Mark is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 171 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 627 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Mark receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mark?

Mark has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Mark?

The job market in Mark is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate 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 21 minutes, and 5.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mark?

The median home value in Mark is $154,800. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,931. For renters, the median monthly rent is $856. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 75.7%. The average annual property tax is $4,588.

How are the schools in Mark?

Schools in Mark score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 22.7% of adults in Mark hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.2% have completed high school. 5.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mark?

The obesity rate in Mark is 36.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.8% of adults are smokers. 21.5% are physically inactive. 24.1% of residents report depression. 7.8% lack health insurance. 37.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:5,566.

What is transportation like in Mark?

The average commute in Mark is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.3% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mark?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mark is 100% White. 97.8% of residents speak only English at home. 8.0% of the population are military veterans. 13.0% of residents have a disability. 98.5% have health insurance coverage.

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