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Marquette Heights, IL

Illinois · Tazewell County · Peoria Metro

Marquette Heights is a small town in Illinois with a population of 2,613. Residents earn $77,386 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,613 Population 2,694/sq mi density
$77,386 Median Income $38,985 per capita
$121,600 Home Value $138,039 Zillow
$1,132 Median Rent 17.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,386 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,600 home value, $1,132/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.5% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,386
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $121,600
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.5%
27% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,132
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,613
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density2,694/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,386
Per Capita$38,985
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$7,835M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,600
Rent$1,132
Ownership90.7%
Zillow$138,039
Housing Units1,219
Rent Burden17.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property265/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.2%
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation629 ft (192 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.5%
High School+93.7%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.86

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute19 min
Broadband92.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries12

Is Marquette Heights a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Marquette Heights is $77,386, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Marquette Heights is $121,600, 57% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,132 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Marquette Heights is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 265 per 100,000, 86% below the national average.

Education

24.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Marquette Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches, including 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Marquette Heights has a population of 2,613 with a density of 2,694 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 48.8% female and 51.2% male. The city is predominantly White (93.9%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.7% of residents. 8.1% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 10.9% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

2,613
Total Population
2,694
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Marquette Heights vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.7%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.3%
83% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Marquette Heights vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Marquette Heights is $77,386, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,985. The average weekly wage is $1,079, 25% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,560 business establishments, including 304 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 6.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Marquette Heights vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,386
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,985
Avg Weekly Wage$1,079
IRS Avg AGI$79,430
Gini Index0.417 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,560
County GDP$7,835M

Business (County)

Restaurants304
Healthcare285
Retail380
Manufacturing118

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.45%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.5 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Marquette Heights is $121,600, 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,039, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 94.8% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $1,132 (3% 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. 90.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,219 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $6,627 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,039
Median List Price$164,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$164,900
$/Sq Ft$99
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio94.8%
Price Drops66.7%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,132
3% below US avg
Rent Burden17.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership90.7%
Owner-Occupied90.7%
Renter-Occupied9.3%
Housing Units1,219
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,627
89% above US avg
Effective Rate5.45%
In Marquette Heights, 35.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.1% of residents. 30.0% have high blood pressure. 14.2% are current smokers. 20.5% report binge drinking. 21.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 24.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.1% experience frequent mental distress. 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,329. The dentist ratio is 1:1,709. 83.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.1 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Marquette Heights vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.2%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.1%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,329
Dentists1:1,709
Mental Health1:430
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits65.2%
Premature Death7,936/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access83.2%
Healthcare Facilities285
Marquette Heights has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 265 per 100,000, 86% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 227, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 38 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Marquette Heights receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property264.8/100K
86% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft226.9/100K
Vehicle Theft37.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents15
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Marquette Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 37.6 inches. The area receives 26.2 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 629 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation629 ft (192 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density2,694/sq mi
Coordinates40.6184°N, 89.6047°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyTazewell County County
Nearest AirportGeneral Downing - Peoria International (PIA)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.6"
1% below US avg
Snowfall 26.2"
Wettest Month (May) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score84.2 / 100
Social Vulnerability23.2 / 100
Community Resilience94.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

4 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 M4.2 111 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 123 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 137 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 106 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

731 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 28 fatalities, 728 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 3 km 3
Jul 13, 2004 EF4 31 km 0
May 13, 1995 EF4 65 km 0
May 5, 1977 EF4 51 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 24 km 0
Jun 14, 1957 EF4 97 km 2
Apr 4, 2023 EF3 69 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 96 km 2
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 39 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 74 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 91 km 0
Aug 19, 2009 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 20, 2004 EF3 75 km 8
May 10, 2003 EF3 18 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 40 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 96 km 0
May 13, 1995 EF3 35 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 78 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 83 km 0
Jun 21, 1981 EF3 97 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 26°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 29°F (-2°C) 1.6 in
March 40°F (4°C) 3.0 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.7 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 72°F (22°C) 3.9 in
July 76°F (25°C) 3.9 in Warmest
August 74°F (23°C) 3.4 in
September 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 2.9 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.6 in

Marquette Heights has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 26°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.0 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.6").

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Marquette Heights is located in Tazewell County. It is classified as Metro / 250K–1M, part of a metropolitan area. 24.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 27% below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 62.5% of the vote, a 26.7-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 12 public libraries serving the community. 285 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.8%

Winner: Republican by 26.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents15
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.5%
27% below US avg
High School+93.7%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.86
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K–1M
Population Density2,694/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi
CountyTazewell County County

Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Avg Download Speed110.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed18.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities285
Restaurants304
Retail Stores380

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.5 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%
Average costs for common services in Marquette Heights. 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)
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)
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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$1,214
Toddler$931
Preschool$787
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$783
Toddler$770
Preschool$758
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Tazewell County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 6,691 347 $37,877 1.43
Manufacturing 6,282 121 $77,331 1.63
Accommodation & Food Services 5,473 274 $23,539 1.28
Health Care & Social Assistance 4,339 229 $43,725 0.65
Construction 3,101 282 $75,240 1.26
Transportation & Warehousing 2,830 104 $81,959 1.43
Wholesale Trade 2,207 98 $73,534 1.19
Professional & Technical Services 1,814 206 $69,230 0.56
Finance & Insurance 1,591 138 $76,903 0.84
Other Services 1,534 265 $47,597 1.09
Arts & Entertainment 978 49 $26,055 1.24
Information & Technology 356 30 $52,617 0.41
Real Estate 331 80 $55,237 0.45
Educational Services 243 22 $29,743 0.25
Utilities 165 8 $141,856 0.93
Unclassified 8 4 $55,038 0.12

Schools in Marquette Heights

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Georgetown Middle School Middle 222 18 12.3:1
Marquette Elem School Elementary 213 15 14.2:1
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Radio Stations near Marquette Heights

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
95.5 GLO classic rock AAC+ 48 kbps
Jukebox 92.7 WEPQ-LP Internet Radio 70 80 hits, oldies 50's/60's MP3 192 kbps
WBNH 88.5 FM Good News Radio bible teaching, christian MP3 128 kbps
105.7 The X Rocks rock AAC+ 48 kbps

National Parks Near Marquette Heights

11 national parks and monuments found near Marquette Heights.

ParkTypeFee
Bishop Hill Park State Park Free
Buffalo Rock State Park State Park Free
Edward R. Madigan State Park State Park Free
Fox River 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
Lincolns New Salem State Park State Park Free
Matthiessen State Park State Park Free
Spitler Woods State Park Free
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument National Monument Free

Museums in Marquette Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HARTMANN CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM3096772989$233,822,797
HEUSER ART CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM3096772989$233,822,797
STUDENT PROJECT SPACEGENERAL MUSEUM3096772989$233,822,797
WILDLIFE PRAIRIE PARKARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3096886631$2,047,430
PEORIA ZOOZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION2320 N PROSPECT RD3096863365$1,506,976
PEORIA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION942 NE GLEN OAK AVE3096741921$149,274
DELAVAN COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3092447321$48,122
GREATER PEORIA SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM$28,484
FORT CREVECOEURHISTORIC PRESERVATION3096943193$24,110
AFRICAN-AMERICAN HALL OF FAME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3094972200
AMERICAN HERITAGE COLLECTORS CLUBHISTORY MUSEUM
CATEPILLAR VISTORS CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM110 ST WASHINGTON STREET
DOME PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM222 SW WASHINGTON ST
FOREST PARK NATURE CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER5809 FOREST PARK DRIVE3096863360
ILLINOIS SPORTS HALL OF FAME & MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2172228641
LAKEVIEW MUSEUM OF ARTS & SCIENCESART MUSEUM3096867000
LUTHY BOTANICAL GARDENARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER2520 N PROSPECT ROAD
MANITO HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MENTAL HEALTH HISTORICAL PRESERVATION SOCIETY OF CENTRALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
METAMORA ASSOCIATION FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
METAMORA COURTHOUSE STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION113 E PARTRIDGE ST3093674470
OLDE TOWNE HISTORIC DISTRICTHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PEORIA COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3096811085
PEORIA PLAYHOUSE CHILDREN'S MUSEUMCHILDREN'S MUSEUM1125 WEST LAKE AVENUE3096859312
PEORIA REGIONAL MUSEUM SOCIETYGENERAL MUSEUM
PEORIA RIVERFRONT MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM222 SW WASHINGTON STREET
RIVER VALLEY ANTIQUE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TAZEWELL COUNTY GENEALOGICALHISTORIC PRESERVATION719 N 11TH ST3094773044
TAZEWELL COUNTY HISTORIC PLACES SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3094773044
TAZEWELL COUNTY OLDE THRESHERS ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
TREMONT MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION105 ZINSER PL3094444793

Libraries in Marquette Heights

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
PEORIA PUBLIC LIBRARY107 NORTHEAST MONROE STREET0.0796,253
PEKIN PUBLIC LIBRARY301 SOUTH FOURTH STREET0.0170,779
WASHINGTON DISTRICT LIBRARY380 NORTH WILMOR ROAD0.0160,320
ALPHA PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT3527 SOUTH AIRPORT ROAD0.0143,364
MORTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT315 WEST PERSHING STREET0.0140,433
FONDULAC PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT140 EAST WASHINGTON STREET0.0106,806
PEORIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY816 EAST GLEN AVENUE0.078,200
DUNLAP PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT302 SOUTH FIRST STREET0.056,888
CREVE COEUR PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT311 NORTH HIGHLAND STREET0.039,720
TREMONT DISTRICT LIBRARY215 SOUTH SAMPSON STREET0.030,477
MACKINAW DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY117 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.022,915
AYER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT208 LOCUST STREET0.021,580
FORMAN VALLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT404 1/2 SOUTH HARRISON STREET0.014,999
ILLINOIS PRAIRIE DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY208 EAST PARTRIDGE STREET0.06,240
MARQUETTE HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY715 LINCOLN ROAD0.05,290

Farmers Markets in Marquette Heights

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Heritage Farmers Market20235 State Rt. 9
Metamora Farmers MarketOn the Square in Metamora
Morton Farmers Market210 S Main streetJune to SeptemberSat:7:00 AM - 11:00 AM;
Pekin Downtown Farmers Market17 S. Capitol St.Visit
Peoria Farmers Market at the Metro Centre4700 N. University- Metro Mall05/01/2013 to 10/31/2013Mon: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Tue: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Wed: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Fri: 8:00 AM-2:0Visit
Peoria Riverfront Market200 Block of Water Street05/21/2016 to 09/24/2016Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit
Washington Square Farmer's MarketWashington Square

Breweries in Marquette Heights

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Germantown GrilleRestaurants, Brewery, Bar & Grills513 Jubilee Ln3093833030Visit
Heart of Illinois Hydro & Homebrew SupplyBrewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Malt & Hops7800 N Sommer St
Jfcw Local 4dBrewers, Wineries300 Mclean St3093471444
John S Rhodell BreweryBrewers, Business Consultants619 S W Water Saint B23096747267
John S. Rhodell BrewingBars & Clubs, Breweries, Nightlife, Food & Drink100 Walnut St3096747267
Kelleher's Irish Pub & EateryBars & Clubs, Food & Entertainment, Pub, Brewery, and Bar619 S W Water St3096736000Visit
Leisy Brewing Co IncBrewers7212 N Villa Lake Dr3096828099
Peoria Brewing CompanyBars & Clubs, Nightlife, Brewery8012 N Hale Ave3098390945

Cell Towers in Marquette Heights

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
ORCHARD MINES CELL SITE: 7907 HURST DRIVE BTOWER120
(Green Valley) 9273 Goetze RoadLTOWER70
10403 WEST LANCASTER RD. (LAKE CAMELOT)TOWER61
(Higgins) 2417 W PARK 74 DRTOWER43

Fire Stations in Marquette Heights

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Marquette Heights Fire & Rescue715 Lincoln RDVolunteer309-382-2895

Bridges in Marquette Heights

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782447,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782477,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2007883,650G
Channel BeamConcrete1948282,800P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19941291,400F

Amtrak Stations in Marquette Heights

2 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Peoria, IL407 Southwest Adams StreetBUS
Peoria, IL1501 West Bradley AvenueBUS

Superfund Sites Near Marquette Heights

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCHER DANIELS MIDLAND CO.2200 SOUTH DARST STREETPEORIA
BIOURJA RENEWABLES, LLC1 EDMUND STREETPEORIA
ILLINOIS CORN PROCESSING1301 SOUTH FRON TSTREETTAZEWELL
KEYSTONE STEEL & WIRE CO7000 SOUTH ADAMS STREETPEORIA

Airports Near Marquette Heights

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Central Illinois Regional Airport at Bloomington-NormalBMIMedium Airport
General Wayne A. Downing Peoria International AirportPIAMedium Airport
Alekat Acres Airport—Small Airport
Baker Airport—Small Airport
Barnstorm Field—Small Airport
Bock Farms Airport—Small Airport
Cloverleaf Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Colonel Smith Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Corn Alley 2 Airport—Small Airport
Corn Alley Airport—Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport—Small Airport
Curless Airport—Small Airport
Edgar Read Airport—Small Airport
Edwin G. Bennett Airport—Small Airport
Foote Airport—Small Airport
Frings Airport—Small Airport
G. Bray Airport—Small Airport
Gordon Brown Airport—Small Airport
Hammer Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Hattan Farms Airport—Small Airport
Havana Regional Airport—Small Airport
Hayenga's Cant Find Farms Airport—Small Airport
Hoblit Farms Airport—Small Airport
Hoerr Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Holland Field—Small Airport
Hooterville Airport—Small Airport
Illinois Valley Parachute Club Airport—Small Airport
Illinois Valley Regional Airport Walter A Duncan FieldVYSSmall Airport
Ingersoll Airport—Small Airport
Jackson Field—Small Airport
Jay Schertz Farm Airport—Small Airport
John D Rennick Airport—Small Airport
John Scharff Airport—Small Airport
John W Meils Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Johnston Airport—Small Airport
Judd Farms Airport—Small Airport
Kewanee Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Kieser Field—Small Airport
Kingfield Airport—Small Airport
Kuntz Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Leigh Farm Airport—Small Airport
Logan County Airport—Small Airport
Manito Mitchell Airport—Small Airport
Marshall County Airport—Small Airport
Martin Airport—Small Airport
Michael Pfister Airport—Small Airport
Miller Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Minder Airport—Small Airport
Mount Hawley Auxiliary Airport—Small Airport
Oltman-Shuck Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Marquette Heights

10 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bartonville Police Department5918 South Adams Street
Bradley University Police1200 West Main Street
Hopedale Police Department
Illinois State Police Troop 4 - Metamora Post1265 Lourdes Road
Metamora Police Department
Pekin Park Police
Pekin Police Department111 South Capitol Street
Peoria Police Department600 Southwest Adams Street
Tazewell County Sheriff’s Office101 South Capitol Street
Washington Police Department9-1-1 Drive

Grocery Stores in Marquette Heights

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 8502Other104 Joliet Rd

Treatment Centers in Marquette Heights

6 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
IL Institute for Addiction Recovery - UnityPoint Health Methodist/ProctorSubstance Abuse309-691-1055
New LeafSubstance Abuse309-689-3078
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center - Behavioral Health Services/OutpatientMental Health309-624-9522
Richardson Counseling Center LLCSubstance Abuse309-346-0898
Rose Medical Association Inc/PeoriaSubstance Abuse309-686-1600
Trillium Place - Community Crisis CenterSubstance Abuse309-639-3080

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Frequently Asked Questions About Marquette Heights

What is the population of Marquette Heights?

Marquette Heights has a population of 2,613 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 2,694 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.5 years. The population is 48.8% female and 51.2% male.

Is Marquette Heights expensive to live in?

Marquette Heights has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,386, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $121,600 (57% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,132 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Marquette Heights safe?

Marquette Heights is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 265 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Marquette Heights receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Marquette Heights?

Marquette Heights has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.6 inches, with 26.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Marquette Heights?

The job market in Marquette Heights is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.3% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,079. There are 2,560 business establishments in the area, including 304 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 6.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Marquette Heights?

The median home value in Marquette Heights is $121,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,039. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,132. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 90.7%. The average annual property tax is $6,627.

How are the schools in Marquette Heights?

Schools in Marquette Heights score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.5% of adults in Marquette Heights hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.7% have completed high school. 8.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Marquette Heights?

The obesity rate in Marquette Heights is 35.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.2% of adults are smokers. 21.1% are physically inactive. 24.4% of residents report depression. 7.3% lack health insurance. 83.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,329.

What is transportation like in Marquette Heights?

The average commute in Marquette Heights is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.7% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of Marquette Heights?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Marquette Heights is 93.9% White. 97.7% of residents speak only English at home. 8.1% of the population are military veterans. 10.9% of residents have a disability. 94.0% have health insurance coverage.

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