Metropolis, IL

Illinois · Massac County · Paducah Metro

Metropolis is a small city in Illinois with a population of 5,898. Residents earn $51,548 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0

B Good

5,898 Population 980/sq mi density

$51,548 Median Income $26,948 per capita

$93,700 Home Value $120,935 Zillow

$748 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent

57°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr

551 Violent Crime/100K 4,427 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$51,548 median income, 1.2% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$93,700 home value, $748/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

551 violent crimes/100K (45% above avg)

Education

2.2 / 5.0

14.4% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $51,548

31% lower than US avg

Home Value $93,700

67% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 551/100K

45% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 14.4%

57% lower than US avg

Median Rent $748

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.0%

34% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.2%

67% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 8.5%

31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,898

Median Age46.3 yrs

Density980/mi²

Male / Female44% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 84%

Veterans9.4%

Economy

B+

Median Income$51,548

Per Capita$26,948

Unemployment1.2%

Poverty8.5%

County GDP$509M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$93,700

Rent$748

Ownership67.3%

Zillow$120,935

Housing Units3,146

Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

Violent551/100K

Property4,427/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault317/100K

Burglary952/100K

Health

Obesity43.0%

Uninsured10.4%

Smoking19.8%

Depression25.3%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain49.1 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation339 ft (103 m)

Education

Bachelor's+14.4%

High School+84.9%

Graduate+4.8%

School Score5.98

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%

Commute17 min

Broadband73.1%

EV Stations1

Libraries1

Is Metropolis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metropolis receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Metropolis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Metropolis is $51,548, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Metropolis is $93,700, 67% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 551 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,427 per 100,000, 126% above the national average.

Education

14.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Metropolis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Metropolis has a population of 5,898 with a density of 980 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 56.5% female and 43.5% male. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 8.9% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.5% of residents. 9.4% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

5,898

Total Population

980

People / sq mi

46.3yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

6.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%

Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Metropolis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.5%

23% above US avg

Spanish 3.5%

74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Metropolis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metropolis is $51,548, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,948 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,034, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 198 business establishments, including 28 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Metropolis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$51,548
	31% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$26,948
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,034
IRS Avg AGI	$58,319
Gini Index	0.404 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.2%
	67% below US avg
Poverty Rate	8.5%
	31% below US avg
Establishments (County)	198
County GDP	$509M

Business (County)

Restaurants	28
Healthcare	23
Retail	31
Manufacturing	8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,900
	11% above US avg
Cost of Living	100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	4.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.4 min
Drive Alone	76.8%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Metropolis is $93,700, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,935, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 96% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $748 (36% 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. 67.3% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,146 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1967. The average annual property tax is $3,900. 31.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$93,700
	67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$120,935
Median List Price	$129,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$129,900
$/Sq Ft	$110
Homes Sold	6
Sale-to-List Ratio	96.0%
Price Drops	13.8%
Inventory	29

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$748
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	67.3%
Owner-Occupied	67.3%
Renter-Occupied	32.7%
Housing Units	3,146
Median Year Built	1967

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,900
	11% above US avg
Effective Rate	4.16%

In Metropolis, 43.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 34.8% have high blood pressure. 19.8% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.3% report binge drinking. 28.2% are physically inactive. 25.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.2% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,653. The dentist ratio is 1:2,779. 72.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.0%
	34% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	34.8%
Asthma	11.8%
COPD	9.2%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.8%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.2%
Depression	25.3%
Mental Distress	21.2%
Physical Distress	15.5%
Short Sleep	40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.3%
Uninsured	10.4%
	21% above US avg
Primary Care	1:4,653
Dentists	1:2,779
Mental Health	1:248
Checkup Rate	75.3%
Dental Visits	49.5%
Premature Death	11,124/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.0/10
Exercise Access	72.4%
Healthcare Facilities	23

Metropolis has a violent crime rate of 551 per 100,000 residents, 45% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 317.4 per 100,000, robbery at 33.4, rape at 200.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 4,427 per 100,000, 126% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,241, burglary at 952, vehicle theft at 234 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 1 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Metropolis receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	551.3/100K
	45% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	200.5/100K
Robbery	33.4/100K
Assault	317.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	4,427.0/100K
	126% above US avg
Burglary	952.2/100K
Theft	3,240.9/100K
Vehicle Theft	233.9/100K
Arson	16.7/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	69
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Metropolis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 305 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 49.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.1 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 339 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.3°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	339 ft (103 m)
Area	6.0 sq mi (15.5 km²)
Population Density	980/sq mi
Coordinates	37.1496°N, 88.6874°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Massac County County
Nearest Airport	Barkley Regional (PAH) 8 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 49.1"

29% above US avg

Snowfall 3.1"

Wettest Month (May) 4.88"

Driest Month (Oct) 3.15"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	61.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	62.2 / 100
Community Resilience	28.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

315 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Sep 26, 1990	4 km SE of Chaffee, Missouri	M4.8	82 km
Jun 18, 2002	6 km SW of Parkers Settlement, Indiana	M4.6	125 km
May 4, 1991	2 km NNW of Risco, Missouri	M4.5	120 km
Feb 5, 1994	2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois	M4.2	51 km
Jun 6, 2003	1 km NE of Bardwell, Kentucky	M4.0	41 km
Jun 2, 2005	12 km S of Ridgely, Tennessee	M4.0	131 km
Feb 21, 2012	4 km SSE of Bertrand, Missouri	M3.9	72 km
Dec 7, 2000	7 km W of Evansville, Indiana	M3.9	130 km
May 16, 2024	6 km S of Ridgely, Tennessee	M3.8	127 km
Mar 2, 2010	2 km ENE of East Prairie, Missouri	M3.7	72 km
Apr 24, 2019	12 km NNW of Dyersburg, Tennessee	M3.7	131 km
Jan 16, 2018	4 km SW of Caruthersville, Missouri	M3.6	141 km
Jan 2, 2006	3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois	M3.6	81 km
Jun 20, 2005	4 km WSW of Blandville, Kentucky	M3.6	38 km
Mar 15, 2017	9 km ESE of Wyatt, Missouri	M3.6	49 km
Jun 15, 2004	3 km S of Canalou, Missouri	M3.5	100 km
Jul 16, 2004	6 km SE of Wyatt, Missouri	M3.5	54 km
May 1, 2016	5 km SE of New Grand Chain, Illinois	M3.5	28 km
Sep 9, 2016	9 km NW of Tiptonville, Tennessee	M3.4	108 km
Sep 26, 1994	4 km ENE of Blandville, Kentucky	M3.4	30 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

590 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 111 fatalities, 1,557 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Dec 10, 2021	EF4	84 km	57
Feb 29, 2012	EF4	61 km	8
May 6, 2003	EF4	33 km	2
May 29, 1982	EF4	82 km	10
Apr 3, 1968	EF4	67 km	2
Mar 4, 1964	EF4	54 km	3
Dec 18, 1957	EF4	93 km	11
May 26, 2024	EF3	100 km	0
May 26, 2024	EF3	56 km	0
May 26, 2024	EF3	55 km	1
May 10, 2016	EF3	44 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	18 km	3
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	90 km	0
Nov 17, 2013	EF3	94 km	0
Mar 28, 2009	EF3	96 km	0
Sep 22, 2006	EF3	11 km	0
Apr 2, 2006	EF3	98 km	0
Nov 15, 2005	EF3	53 km	1
Nov 6, 2005	EF3	64 km	0
May 6, 2003	EF3	91 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DEVILS BACKBONE RX (3,215 ac, 2010).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2010	DEVILS BACKBONE RX	3,215	96 km
2010	FRANKLIN CREEK RX	2,828	66 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,286	32 km
2019	UNNAMED	2,282	66 km
2021	RED SHALE UNIT RX	2,123	68 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,837	84 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,627	64 km
2019	ATWOOD RIDGE RX	1,622	64 km
2021	GAP VIEW RX	1,575	47 km
2022	DENNISON HOLLOW RX	1,573	61 km
2021	UNNAMED	1,510	40 km
2022	ONE HORSE GAP RX	1,502	45 km
2014	UNNAMED	1,493	63 km
2006	UNNAMED	1,493	76 km
2015	UNNAMED	1,447	59 km
2021	BEATTY BRANCH RX	1,396	34 km
2020	UNNAMED	1,334	59 km
2016	UNNAMED	1,299	45 km
2024	RED SHALE RX	1,259	68 km
2017	UNNAMED	1,257	63 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	3.3 in	Coldest
February	38°F (3°C)	3.8 in
March	48°F (9°C)	4.8 in
April	58°F (14°C)	4.8 in
May	67°F (19°C)	4.9 in	Wettest
June	75°F (24°C)	3.9 in
July	78°F (26°C)	4.2 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.5 in
September	71°F (21°C)	3.8 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.2 in	Driest
November	48°F (9°C)	4.3 in
December	38°F (4°C)	4.6 in

Metropolis has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F / from 34°F in January to 78°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and October the driest (3.2").

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Metropolis is located in Massac County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 14.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 57% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. 4.8% 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 Republican with 74% of the vote, a 48.8-point margin. 73.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 23 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%

D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48.8 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1
Traffic Accidents	69
Avg Accident Severity	3.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	14.4%
	57% below US avg
High School+	84.9%
Graduate Degree+	4.8%
School Test Score	5.98

C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	980/sq mi
Total Area	6.0 sq mi
County	Massac County County

Services

Broadband Access	73.1%
Avg Download Speed	38.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	2.4 Mbps
Max Download Speed	987 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	1
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	23
Restaurants	28
Retail Stores	31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.4 min
Drive Alone	76.8%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	5.2%

Average costs for common services in Metropolis. 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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Top Industries in Massac County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Retail Trade	321	30	$32,287	1.12
Other Services	156	26	$56,544	1.81
Wholesale Trade	120	4	$143,737	1.07
Finance & Insurance	72	8	$61,490	0.62
Construction	70	14	$48,718	0.47
Transportation & Warehousing	68	6	$91,882	0.56
Manufacturing	50	5	$283,501	0.21
Utilities	21	5	$106,010	1.93
Real Estate	16	5	$41,616	0.36

Hospitals in Metropolis

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
MASSAC MEMORIAL HOSPITAL	Critical Access Hospitals	—	Yes	(618) 524-2176

Schools in Metropolis

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Massac County High School	High	583	42	13.9:1
Metropolis Elem School	Elementary	484	35	13.8:1
Massac Jr High School	Middle	244	21	11.6:1
Franklin Elem School	Elementary	139	9	15.4:1
Maple Grove Elem School	Elementary	128	12	10.7:1
Jefferson Elem School	Elementary	124	8	15.5:1

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Radio Stations near Metropolis

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality

Campgrounds Near Metropolis

4 campgrounds found near Metropolis.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
EUREKA	4.7/5	27	$20–$35
CANAL	4.6/5	115	$20–$256
Camp Cadiz Campground	—	—	Free
Devils Kitchen Group Pavilion	—	1	$45

National Parks Near Metropolis

17 national parks and monuments found near Metropolis.

Park	Type	Fee
Big Cypress Tree	State Park	Free
Big Oak Tree State Park	State Park	Free
Cave-In-Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Columbus-Belmont State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Defiance Park	State Park	Free
Fort Donelson National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Harmonie State Park	State Park	Free
Kenlake State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Kentucky Dam Village State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lake Barkley State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park	State Park	Free
Mineral Mound State Park	State Park	Free
Paris Landing	State Park	Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area	State Park	Free
Reelfoot	State Park	Free
Trail Of Tears State Park	State Park	Free
Wickliffe Mounds State Historic Site	State Park	Free

Trails Near Metropolis

381+ trails found near Metropolis.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
ONE HORSE GAP	7.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BELL SMITH SPRINGS	7.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILLSTONE LAKE	6.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ZIMMER CEMETERY	6.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
THACKER HOLLOW	6.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAVER TRAIL	6.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOG HOLLOW TRAIL	5.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
R-R GARDEN OF THE GODS LOOP	5.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	5.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
434	4.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CLAYTON HOLLOW	4.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR CREEK	4.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHISTLE	3.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHOOPIE CAT	3.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
POUNDS RIDGE	3.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAY CREEK	3.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHITE	3.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SIMMONS CREEK	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SNOW CONE	3.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAYES CREEK	3.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRAND PIERRE CREEK	3.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER DEN	3.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RUSSELL CEMETERY	3.1	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	Yes
LAKE GLENDALE TRAIL	3.1	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
BEAVER TRAIL	3.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKSON FALLS	3.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
150	2.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAX CREEK TRAIL	2.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HARTS HOLLOW	2.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HART CREEK	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAY CREEK	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FREIZE	2.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
042	2.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ZION CHURCH RD	2.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GRINDSTAFF TRAIL	2.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
041	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
WEST RICE HOLLOW	2.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST BRANCH TRAIL	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MAX CREEK	2.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
499M	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKSON FALLS	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
OLD STRECH	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
THACKER RIDGE	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RICE HOLLOW	2.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIDGE TRAIL	2.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAYES CREEK	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BAY CREEK	2.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COVE HOLLOW TRAIL	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
ANGUS	1.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FORD TRAIL	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COGHILL CEMETERY	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LOWER CAMP	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKSON HOLE	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ONE HORSE GAP LAKE	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CIRCLE ROCK	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COUNTY LINE TRAIL	1.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
001G	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
499M	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BILL HILL	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INDIAN PT GOG	1.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
GRAND TRAIL	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
188	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HAYES CREEK	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BARGER BRANCH	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
COLLIER CEMETERY	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RAGAN FORD	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DUTCHMAN	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INDIAN KITCHEN TRAIL	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER DEN	1.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BAY CREEK	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGH KNOB RANCH	1.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
INITIAL TREE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR BRANCH	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ONE HORSE GAP	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRIDGE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DUTCHMAN	1.3	IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HOGG CEMETERY TRAIL	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRANCH HOLE	1.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
AUNT MARIA BRANCH TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
34 RANCH TRAIL	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
JACKSON HOLE	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
H CONNECT	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
001V11	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
KNIGHTS OF THE GOLDEN CIRCLE	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BAY CREEK	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BUZZARD RIDGE TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
006A	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
487H	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEN TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH PARK TRAIL	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOWED TREE	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MONUMENT	1.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
487K	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PANTHER LOOP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCKY TOP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROCK CREEK	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BEAR BRANCH	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FREIZE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST CEDAR LAKE TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CADIZ	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
UPPER GAP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
FRANKS POND	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MEMORIAL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WHISTLE	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEMETERY-GAP	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH GAP TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH BLUFF	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WEST CAMP	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
020	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
457A	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CHAMBERS	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CACTUS	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
N A TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BUZZARD POINT	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
169	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RIM ROCK NATIONAL REC TRAIL	0.9	OTHER	Yes	—	—
118	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIVER TO RIVER LOOP	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CEDAR LAKE RANCH TRAIL	0.9	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BUZZARD HOLLOW	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FULKERSON BRANCH	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRANCH HOLE	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
481A	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
EAST LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLANCHARD CHURCH	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
033A	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOG LEG	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TWO TOWERS	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR D	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BUCK CREEK	0.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLANCHARD	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
472C	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
474E	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
STORY TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BOLTON	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
175B	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOG HOLLOW TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEMETERY TRAIL	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LEISURE CITY	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TRIGG TOWER	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ROSE CREEK LOOP	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
180C	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
167	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SOUTH BLUFF	0.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ROCK HOUSE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
177B	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
BEAR BRANCH	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MT. PLEASANT	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
001E	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAY CREEK ACCESS	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
415	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CEDAR GROVE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WAR BLUFF	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
181	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
GLADE	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
164A	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
474D	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BLANCHARD CROSSING	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
178C	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
017	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
042A	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DOUBLE BRANCH HOLE	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HART'S BLUFF	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
498	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WISHING WELL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
WISHING WELL	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
171	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
TRIGG	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
496B	0.5	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EMPIRE MINE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
497B	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ONE HORSE GAP LAKE (EAST)	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NUGGET	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
492D	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
187	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST BLUFF TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OBSERVATION TRAIL GOG	0.4	OTHER	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE FALLS	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SALTPETER CAVE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
RANCH	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
169A	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RICE SPUR	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILLER CEMETERY	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LOWER GAP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HIGH KNOB BLUFF	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
027	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
152B	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE CACHE	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
UPPER TRAIL	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
R-R HIGH KNOB LOOP	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
490	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
041A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SAND CAVE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
139	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SIMMONS	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LUSK CREEK	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILLSTONE BLUFF	0.3	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
BARGER BRANCH	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
FREIZE	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
R-R HIGH KNOB LOOP	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
ANVIL ROCK TRAIL	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
496I	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HIGH KNOB BLUFF	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MILLSTONE BLUFF	0.3	OTHER	Yes	—	—
496A	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
031D	0.3	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
PHAROAH TRAIL	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BACKPACKER	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
498J	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHISTLE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
172C	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
LITTLE LUSK CREEK	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HART'S BLUFF	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
TOWER ROCK	0.2	AGG - CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
472B	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
176A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
RABBIT HOLE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
177A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH END PAVED	0.2	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
TWINKIE	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
006B	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
185A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
167A	0.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH END PAVED	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
172G	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
145	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.1	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MIDDLE TRAIL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
172F	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
111	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
HERITAGE JAMES NICKELL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WISHING WELL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
PACO	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HER CON BROWN SP_JAMES NICKLE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEW GOG - KARBERS RIDGE	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
MIDDLE TRAIL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	Yes
172D	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE JAMES NICKELL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BROWN SPRING	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SOUTH BLUFF	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CONNECTOR	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE JAMES NICKELL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
ARTESIAN WELL	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HERITAGE JAMES NICKELL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE JAMES NICKELL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BATTERY ROCK	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE JAMES NICKELL LOOP	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
JULIAN	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
049A	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BEAR BRANCH	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
151	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
177C	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR D	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
173B	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
HERITAGE ENTRANCE AREA A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
OVERLOOK	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
172B	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HERITAGE BROWN SPRING LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
499B	0.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR C	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SOUTH TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH END PAVED	0.0	ASPHALT	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR B	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP CONNECTOR A	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
CANAL LOOP	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Metropolis

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	6,358	$33,750
2015	6,284	$31,875
2017	6,160	$33,452
2019	5,949	$35,855
2021	5,903	$45,833
2023	5,821	$51,548

Museums in Metropolis

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MUSEUM OF THE AMERICAN QUILTERS SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	215 JEFFERSON STREET	2704428856	$1,062,886
NATIONAL QUILT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2704428856	$1,062,886
WRYMOO RAILROAD HISTORICAL AND EDUCATIONAL SOCIETY- MODOC RAILROAD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$469,228
RIVER HERITAGE CENTER	HISTORY MUSEUM		2705759958	$274,484
YEISER ART CENTER	ART MUSEUM		2704422453	$121,560
MARKET HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2704437759	$76,804
WILLIAM CLARK MARKET HOUSE MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	121 MARKET HOUSE SQUARE	2704437759	$76,804
UPPER TOWN HERITAGE FOUNDATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2704421702	$12,414
AMERICANA HOLLYWOOD	GENERAL MUSEUM		6185245975
GRAVES COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LLOYD TILLGHMAN HOUSE & CIVIL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2705755477
MASSAC COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6185247203
MCCRACKEN COUNTY COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	2705 OLIVET CHURCH ROAD
PADUCAH AREA PAINTERS ALLIANCE	ART MUSEUM	124 BROADWAY STREET	2705753544
PADUCAH MAIN STREET	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	300 S 5TH ST	2704448690
POPE COUTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER DISCOVERY CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
SUPER MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		6185245518
UNION STATION SCHOOL HISTORIC PARK	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITEHAVEN WELCOME CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM		2705542077

Libraries in Metropolis

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MCCRACKEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY	555 WASHINGTON STREET	394,548
METROPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY	317 METROPOLIS STREET	51,784
GOLCONDA PUBLIC LIBRARY	126 WEST MAIN STREET	7,400

Farmers Markets in Metropolis

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Golconda Farmers Market	310 E. Main St.				Visit
Paducah Homegrown Farmer's Market	306 2nd Street	05/04/2019 to 10/26/2019	Sat: 7:30 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit

Hotels in Metropolis

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Baymont Inn & Suites Metropolis

Holiday Inn Express

Quality Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Metropolis

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bill'ss Bar B Que

China House

Cordovino's

El Tequila

El Toro Loco

Cafes in Metropolis

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

SIssy's A Sweet Shoppe

Theatres in Metropolis

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Massac Theater

Monuments in Metropolis

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Superman Statue

Banks in Metropolis

4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Banterra Bank

City National Bank

City National Bank Branch

MidCountry Bank

Gyms in Metropolis

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Zone

Golf Courses in Metropolis

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Metropolis Country Club

Breweries in Metropolis

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Dry Ground Brewing Co	Brewers, Brewery, Wholesale Business Forms	3121 Broadway St	2702012096	Visit

Nursing Homes in Metropolis

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
SOUTHGATE HEALTH CARE CENTER 900 EAST NINTH STREET, PO BOX 843	For profit - Corporation	140	119	4/5	—	3/5	2/5	6185242683
METROPOLIS REHAB & HCC 2299 METROPOLIS STREET	For profit - Corporation	101	63	1/5	—	3/5	3/5	6185242634

Pharmacies in Metropolis

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
HUMMAS DRUG STORE	606 MARKET STREET	618-524-4111
METROPOLIS DRUGS HEALTH MART PHARMACY	1001 EAST 5TH STREET	618-524-8316
METROPOLIS DRUGS II HEALTH MART PHARMACY	1201 WEST 10TH STREET	618-524-8400
WALGREENS - 12504	110 WEST 10TH STREET	618-524-4819

Cell Towers in Metropolis

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
420 Ganntown Lane	TOWER	113
420 Ganntown Lane	TOWER	113
1229 US Highway 60 (101020)	GTOWER	111
GANNTOWN BOX 195 (153808)	GTOWER	91
GANNTOWN BOX 195 (153808)	GTOWER	91
HIGHWAY 358 SOUTH (76094)	GTOWER	82
Hughes Landing Rd. (153809)	LTOWER	82
Hughes Landing Rd. (153809)	LTOWER	82
Off Rt. 146, 1.5 mi N of Golconda	TOWER	79
4523 Old Marion Road (153852)	LTOWER	78
4523 Old Marion Road (153852)	LTOWER	78
2136 Mayfield Metropolis Road (109666)	LTOWER	72
(Paducah West) 4415 Merredith Rd.	GTOWER	63
311 PUGH ROAD (82847)	GTOWER	61
4147 Alben Barkley Drive (99179)	MTOWER	56
609 Ferry Street	TOWER	40
609 Ferry Street	TOWER	40
CR 800N, 6 KM NE OF	TOWER	30
CR 800N, 6 KM NE OF	TOWER	30

Fire Stations in Metropolis

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Massac County Fire Protection District	2734 North AVE	Volunteer			618-524-8612
Metropolis Fire Department	213 W 7th ST	Mostly career			618-524-2121

Power Plants Near Metropolis

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
SHAWNEE	CONVENTIONAL STEAM COAL	221112	-88.8	OP

Bridges in Metropolis

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Arch (Thru)	Steel	1974	5,634	33,107	F
Arch (Thru)	Steel	1973	5,621	31,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	104	31,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	141	15,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	141	15,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	112	15,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	112	15,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	133	14,631	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1972	133	14,631	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1978	290	12,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	290	12,800	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1999	21	12,800	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	265	11,050	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	118	10,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	118	10,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	157	10,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1970	157	10,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2019	139	10,600	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2020	139	10,600	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1952	177	8,195	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1995	123	4,900	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1952	423	3,095	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1932	48	2,550	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1954	108	2,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1971	41	2,150	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1932	85	2,050	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1982	62	1,800	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1932	49	1,800	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2023	133	1,700	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	65	1,700	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1977	56	1,600	G
Frame	Concrete	1996	26	1,300	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	119	1,150	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	52	1,150	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1992	32	800	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1969	24	665	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1985	141	650	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete continuous	1984	206	589	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1983	111	300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1971	278	300	F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete continuous	1999	214	279	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1980	53	275	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	51	206	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1939	34	200	P
Culvert	Concrete	1981	30	175	G
Box Beam (Single/Spread)	Prestressed concrete	2007	99	151	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2023	65	125	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Concrete	2021	128	125	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1983	69	125	G
Other	Concrete	1900	43	100	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1981	59	100	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1989	73	60	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2010	119	50	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1996	41	50	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1999	33	50	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2012	139	50	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1986	52	25	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	41	25	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1977	51	25	P
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1979	48	25	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2008	42	25	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2003	52	25	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1998	52	10	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	61	10	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	2009	33	10	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1984	61		G

Correctional Facilities in Metropolis

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
MASSAC COUNTY JAIL	515 MARKET STREET	COUNTY	37	42	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Metropolis

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Paducah, KY	2719 Irvin Cobb Avenue	BUS

Superfund Sites Near Metropolis

5 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BROOKPORT BARGE POINT INC	E SECOND ST	MASSAC
TVA SHAWNEE FOSSIL PLANT	7900 METROPOLIS LAKE ROAD	MCCRACKEN
TVA SHAWNEE FOSSIL PLANT	7900 METROPOLIS LAKE ROAD	MCCRACKEN
TVA SHAWNEE FOSSIL PLANT	7900 METROPOLIS LAKE ROAD	MCCRACKEN
TVA SHAWNEE FOSSIL PLANT	7900 METROPOLIS LAKE ROAD	MCCRACKEN

Airports Near Metropolis

33 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Barkley Regional Airport	PAH	Medium Airport
Southern Illinois Airport	MDH	Medium Airport
Veterans Airport of Southern Illinois	MWA	Medium Airport
Aerial Crop Services Airport	—	Small Airport
Barnes Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Brandon Airdrome Airport	—	Small Airport
Cache River Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Cairo Regional Airport	CIR	Small Airport
Clinton-Hickman County Airport	—	Small Airport
Dixon Springs Restricted Landing Area Airport	—	Small Airport
Dury Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Fulton Airport	—	Small Airport
Harrisburg-Raleigh Airport	HSB	Small Airport
Henderson Airport	—	Small Airport
John Wright Airport	—	Small Airport
Keil Airport	—	Small Airport
Kellums Airport	—	Small Airport
Kentucky Dam State Park Airport	—	Small Airport
Marion-Crittenden County James C Johnson Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Mayfield Graves County Airport	—	Small Airport
Metropolis Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Mississippi County Airport	—	Small Airport
Murray-Calloway County Airport Kyle-Oakley Field	CEY	Small Airport
Oliver Landing Airport	—	Small Airport
Pirates Cove Airport	—	Small Airport
Reelfoot Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Rendleman Airport	—	Small Airport
Rudenberg Field	—	Small Airport
Short Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Sturgis Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Terry Field	—	Small Airport
Thompson Flying Service Airport	—	Small Airport
Wolf Island Farms Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Metropolis

5 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Brookport Police Dept	7704 S US Hwy 45
Massac County Sheriff Office	515 Market Street
Metropolis City Police Department	1020 Broadway Street
Paducah Police Department
Paducah Police Dept.

Grocery Stores in Metropolis

11 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Casey's General Store 1926	Convenience Store	512 W 10th St
Cheers Food And Fuel Metropolis 210	Convenience Store	2105 E 5th St
DOLLAR GENERAL 1106	Other	1103 E 8th St
Dollar General 15187	Other	1502 10th St W
Dollar Tree 7962	Other	1624 E 5th St
Family Dollar 1347	Other	616 W 10th St
Huck's 111	Convenience Store	102 W 10th St
Metropolis 66	Convenience Store	1117 E 5th St
METROPOLIS BIG JOHN SUPER STORE	Super Store	1200 E 5th St
Speedymart	Convenience Store	1201 Coburn St
Walgreens 12504	Other	110 W 10th St

Treatment Centers in Metropolis

9 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Arrowleaf - Pope County Office	Both	618-683-2461
Emerald Therapy Center LLC - Paducah	Substance Abuse	270-534-5128
Groups Recover Together	Substance Abuse	888-858-1723
KentuckyCare South	Both	270-908-4260
Mercy Health Lourdes Hospital - Mercy Behavioral Health	Mental Health	270-444-2250
Mountain of Hope - Mountain Comprehensive Care Center	Substance Abuse	270-443-2686
Rural Health Inc	Substance Abuse	618-524-7499
Spero Health	Substance Abuse	270-441-0030
West Kentucky Drug and Alcohol - Intervention Services LLC/Paducah	Substance Abuse	270-247-4212

DOL Wage Violations in Metropolis

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $7,051 in back wages owed to 29 employees.

Violations

$7,051

Back Wages Owed

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Motel 6	—	—	62960	—	2	$2,482	$497	5
Southgate Health Care Center	—	—	62960	—	1	$2,400	$480	5
Magnolia Manor Skilled Nursing	—	—	62960	—	1	$1,054	$263	4
Big John's Superstore	—	—	62960	—	1	$808	$62	13
Metropolis Inn	—	—	62960	—	1	$307	$153	2

Churches & Religious Organizations in Metropolis

20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
3D LIFE MINISTRIES	716 E 3RD ST
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 178
COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN CHURCH	1150 COUNTRY CLUB RD
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	420 CATHERINE ST
FIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCIENTIST	7850 WOODVILLE RD
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD	1105 GIRARD ST
GATHER WORSHIP INC	9610 MELDALE DR
GRACE CHURCH	716 E 12TH ST
HANDS OF GRACE INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS INC	462
IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH	1119 MARKET ST
LIGHTHOUSE ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	670 AIRPORT RD
MAXON CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 249
METROPOLIS CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	305 LINCOLN ST
MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH OF WEST PADUCAH INC	9701 BLANDVILLE RD
PURSUE TRUTH	6031 S US 45 RD
SEVEN MILE BAPTIST CHURCH	2513 ILLINOIS 145 RD
ST JOHNS CHURCH	PO BOX 314
TRINITY CHURCH COMMUNITY OUTREACH	205 METROPOLIS ST
WALDO MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH	6970 WALDO CHURCH RD
WORLD HARVEST CHURCH OF PADUCAH KY INC	3250 STEELE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Metropolis

What is the population of Metropolis?

Metropolis has a population of 5,898 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 980 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 56.5% female and 43.5% male.

Is Metropolis expensive to live in?

Metropolis has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $51,548, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $93,700 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Metropolis safe?

The violent crime rate in Metropolis is 551 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,427 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Metropolis receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Metropolis?

Metropolis enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 49.1 inches, with 3.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Metropolis?

The job market in Metropolis is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,034. There are 198 business establishments in the area, including 28 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 5.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Metropolis?

The median home value in Metropolis is $93,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $120,935. For renters, the median monthly rent is $748. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 67.3%. The average annual property tax is $3,900.

How are the schools in Metropolis?

Schools in Metropolis score 6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 14.4% of adults in Metropolis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. 4.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Metropolis?

The obesity rate in Metropolis is 43.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.8% of adults are smokers. 28.2% are physically inactive. 25.3% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:4,653.

What is transportation like in Metropolis?

The average commute in Metropolis is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76.8% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Metropolis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Metropolis is 84% White, 8.9% Black or African American, 0.7% Hispanic or Latino. 96.5% of residents speak only English at home, while 3.5% speak Spanish. 9.4% of the population are military veterans. 26.5% of residents have a disability. 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Paducah, KY 26,894 pop · 5.9 mi Massac, KY 4,937 pop · 8.1 mi Hendron, KY 4,840 pop · 8.4 mi Farley, KY 4,402 pop · 9.9 mi Ledbetter, KY 1,630 pop · 12.5 mi Reidland, KY 4,887 pop · 13.2 mi Calvert City, KY 2,522 pop · 17.6 mi Vienna, IL 2,115 pop · 21.3 mi Benton, KY 4,774 pop · 27.5 mi Mayfield, KY 9,905 pop · 28.6 mi Cairo, IL 1,699 pop · 29.1 mi Goreville, IL 1,164 pop · 32.1 mi Eddyville, KY 2,945 pop · 34.1 mi Marion, KY 2,908 pop · 35.6 mi

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