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Monmouth, IL

Illinois · Warren County

Monmouth is a small city in Illinois with a population of 8,794. Residents earn $59,690 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
8,794 Population 2,074/sq mi density
$59,690 Median Income $29,251 per capita
$88,100 Home Value $107,948 Zillow
$652 Median Rent 17.9% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
257 Violent Crime/100K 1,957 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,690 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,100 home value, $652/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
257 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $59,690
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,100
69% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 257/100K
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $652
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population8,794
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density2,074/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,690
Per Capita$29,251
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$1,097M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,100
Rent$652
Ownership71.4%
Zillow$107,948
Housing Units3,722
Rent Burden17.9%

Crime

F
Violent257/100K
Property1,957/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault179/100K
Burglary481/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking16.0%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation759 ft (231 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+82.2%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score4.80

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute16 min
Broadband85.3%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Monmouth a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Monmouth is $59,690, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Monmouth is $88,100, 69% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $652 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Monmouth is below the national average at 257 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,957 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Monmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Monmouth has a population of 8,794 with a density of 2,074 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (75.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 4.7% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 81.2% of residents, while 18.8% speak Spanish. 4.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 15.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

8,794
Total Population
2,074
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%
Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Monmouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 81.2%
3% above US avg
Spanish 18.8%
40% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Monmouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Monmouth is $59,690, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,251 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $875, 39% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 378 business establishments, including 39 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Monmouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,690
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,251
Avg Weekly Wage$875
IRS Avg AGI$62,833
Gini Index0.418 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)378
County GDP$1,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare38
Retail46
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,271
22% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.1 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Monmouth is $88,100, 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $107,948, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $652 (44% 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. 71.4% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,722 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1952. The average annual property tax is $4,271 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 17.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$107,948

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$652
44% below US avg
Rent Burden17.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.4%
Owner-Occupied71.4%
Renter-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units3,722
Median Year Built1952

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,271
22% above US avg
Effective Rate4.85%
In Monmouth, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.2% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.8% of residents. 32.6% have high blood pressure. 16.0% are current smokers. 18.8% report binge drinking. 26.1% are physically inactive. 23.0% report depression. 18.8% experience frequent mental distress. 12.0% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,837. The dentist ratio is 1:2,726. 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity26.1%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,837
Dentists1:2,726
Mental Health1:4,046
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits55.3%
Premature Death8,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities38
Monmouth has a violent crime rate of 257 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 178.9 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 78.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,957 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,386, burglary at 481, vehicle theft at 89 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Monmouth receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent257.2/100K
32% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape78.3/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault178.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,956.6/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary480.8/100K
Theft1,386.4/100K
Vehicle Theft89.5/100K
Arson22.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Monmouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 74°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 39.4 inches. The area receives 25.6 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 759 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation759 ft (231 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.0 km²)
Population Density2,074/sq mi
Coordinates40.9142°N, 90.6431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyWarren County County
Nearest AirportSoutheast Iowa Regional (BRL)
27 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.4"
4% above US avg
Snowfall 25.6"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.37"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.46"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score15.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability22.8 / 100
Community Resilience90.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on Sep 2, 1999.

Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 135 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

644 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 11 fatalities, 553 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 96 km 3
May 13, 1995 EF4 67 km 0
May 13, 1995 EF4 67 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 76 km 0
Apr 4, 2023 EF3 70 km 0
Jun 1, 2007 EF3 61 km 0
May 10, 2003 EF3 95 km 0
Apr 8, 1999 EF3 93 km 0
May 15, 1998 EF3 100 km 0
May 13, 1995 EF3 82 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 83 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 76 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 82 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 94 km 0
Jun 21, 1981 EF3 76 km 1
Aug 15, 1978 EF3 41 km 0
Mar 4, 1976 EF3 95 km 0
Jul 23, 1975 EF3 55 km 2
Jul 23, 1975 EF3 48 km 0
Jun 13, 1975 EF3 42 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

5 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNIT 3 (1,206 ac, 1999).

Year Name Acres Distance
1999 UNIT 3 1,206 44 km
2002 HSB 03 2 1,130 45 km
2000 DESTRUST A 756 45 km
2006 HSB 003 674 44 km
2004 HSB 009 608 44 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest, Driest
February 27°F (-3°C) 1.5 in
March 39°F (4°C) 2.8 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
May 62°F (17°C) 4.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 4.2 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 3.9 in
September 65°F (18°C) 3.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.9 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.6 in
December 27°F (-3°C) 2.2 in

Monmouth has a seasonal temperature swing of 51°F / from 23°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (1.5").

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Monmouth is located in Warren County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 18.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 45% below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 61.6% of the vote, a 25.1-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 4 public libraries serving the community. 38 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 76% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.6%
D 36.5%

Winner: Republican by 25.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
Traffic Accidents3
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+82.2%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score4.80
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,074/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi
CountyWarren County County

Services

Broadband Access85.3%
Avg Download Speed57.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed10.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants39
Retail Stores46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.1 min
Drive Alone76.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home5.8%
Average costs for common services in Monmouth. 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)
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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)
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 Warren County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 1,997 15 $56,078 3.82
Accommodation & Food Services 503 36 $17,718 0.87
Retail Trade 498 43 $34,571 0.78
Agriculture & Forestry 269 21 $55,244 5.22
Transportation & Warehousing 266 25 $58,005 0.99
Wholesale Trade 232 30 $66,574 0.92
Professional & Technical Services 201 22 $24,728 0.45
Other Services 187 38 $23,693 0.98
Finance & Insurance 159 15 $57,703 0.62
Construction 124 42 $45,382 0.37
Administrative & Waste Services 122 12 $51,092 0.33
Arts & Entertainment 19 4 $13,478 0.18
Real Estate 11 5 $21,472 0.11

Colleges & Universities in Monmouth

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
Monmouth College Private Non-Profit · Bachelor's 783 86.6% $43,520 $43,520

Hospitals in Monmouth

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
OSF HOLY FAMILY MEDICAL CENTER Critical Access Hospitals — Yes (309) 734-3141

Schools in Monmouth

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Monmouth-Roseville High Sch High 519 34 15.3:1
Lincoln Early Childhood School Elementary 354 23 15.4:1
Central Intermediate School Middle 311 25 12.4:1
United High School High 260 21 12.4:1
United Elem Sch - West Elementary 232 19 12.2:1
Harding Primary School Elementary 228 20 11.4:1
United Jr High Sch Middle 210 15 14.0:1
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Radio Stations near Monmouth

25 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WSM Route 650 Americana americana, country MP3 64 kbps
Radio SoBro acoustic, alternative country MP3 128 kbps
WETS Americana americana, public radio MP3 96 kbps
WETS(East Tennessee State University)-FM HD1 news MP3 90 kbps
Leawood Baptist Church in Memphis, Tennessee — MP3 128 kbps
WETS 89.5 Johnson City, TN local news, news MP3 90 kbps
Tri States Public Radio | TSPR | WIUM npr, public MP3 56 kbps
NOAA Weather Radio Station WXK49 in Memphis, Tennessee — MP3 128 kbps
WFCL "Classical 91.1" Nashville Public Radio, TN classical, nashville MP3 96 kbps
WUOT | 91.9 FM, Knoxville, TN community radio, npr MP3 96 kbps
WXSM 640 Blountville, TN blountville, cbs sports radio AAC+ 48 kbps
WKNO 91.1 Memphis, TN apm, npr MP3 56 kbps
WIMZ 103.5 Knoxville, TN classic rock, knoxville AAC+ 64 kbps
WKDF "Nash FM 103.3" Nashville, TN country, nashville AAC+ 48 kbps
Truth Radio 1470 WBCR talk radio MP3 48 kbps
WNZE-FM 105.5 The Patriot talk AAC 32 kbps
WJXA "Mix 92.9" Nashville, TN adult contemporary, nashville AAC+ 64 kbps
WPLN FM 90.3 Nashville Public Radio, TN nashville, news MP3 64 kbps
WRVW 107.5 The River top 40 AAC
WNFN-FM Y'all 106.7 — AAC+ 64 kbps
WMOT "MTSU Jazz Network" Murfreesboro, TN jazz, murfreesboro AAC+ 32 kbps
VCWQ Q108 — AAC 32 kbps
WXNA 101.5 Nashville, TN "Low Power, High Voltage" community radio, freeform MP3 128 kbps
WNXP - Nashville's Music Experience alternative, eclectic MP3 96 kbps
WETS (East Tennessee State University) FM HD3 public radio MP3 96 kbps

Campgrounds Near Monmouth

1 campgrounds found near Monmouth.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Blanchard Island Recreation Area 4.4/5 1 $14

National Parks Near Monmouth

11 national parks and monuments found near Monmouth.

ParkTypeFee
Bishop Hill Park State Park Free
Delabar State Park State Park Free
Geode State Park State Park Free
Herbert Hoover National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Lake Macbride State Park State Park Free
Lincolns New Salem State Park State Park Free
Nauvoo State Park State Park Free
Palisades-Kepler State Park State Park Free
Sid Simpson State Park State Park Free
Wakonda State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Den State Park State Park Free

Museums in Monmouth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
LEN G. EVERETT GALLERIESART MUSEUM$60,354,187
BUCHANAN CENTER FOR THE ARTSGENERAL MUSEUM3097343033$173,248
ABINGDON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION500 W LATIMER3094623129
ALEXIS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMSCOTT ST & PALMER AVENUE3094823223
GALESBURG COMMUNITY VETERANS MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HENDERSON COUNTY ILLINOIS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM3097466103
HORSE & BUGGY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM210 E MAIN3092210066
STEWART HOUSE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1015 EAST EUCLID AVENUE3097345154
WARREN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION238 SOUTH SUNNY LANE3094262304
WARREN HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION238 SOUTH SUNNY LANE

Libraries in Monmouth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WARREN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT62 PUBLIC SQUARE0.0105,144
HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT110 HILL CREST DRIVE0.019,153
JOHN MOSSER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT106 WEST MEEK STREET0.013,175

Farmers Markets in Monmouth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Monmouth Farmers Market122 W. Boston Ave.

Hotels in Monmouth

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AmericInn by Wyndham

Restaurants in Monmouth

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Toro Mexican Restaurant
Los Ranchitos
Patton Block Grill & Brew Pub

Cafes in Monmouth

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Scooter's Coffee

Theatres in Monmouth

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Myron Mikita Outdoor Theatre

Gas Stations in Monmouth

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Casey's General Store
Circle K
Love's
Phillips 66

Banks in Monmouth

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Community National Bank in Monmouth
Security Savings Bank

Golf Courses in Monmouth

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gibson Woods Golf Course
Monmouth Country Club

Nursing Homes in Monmouth

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
MONMOUTH NURSING HOME
117 SOUTH I STREET
 For profit - Corporation 59 48 4/5 — 4/5 2/5 3097343811

Pharmacies in Monmouth

4 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
AXLINE HEALTH MART PHARMACY 220 NORTH MAIN STREET 309-734-5196
SHOPKO 1190 NORTH 6TH STREET 309-734-7579
WALGREENS - 11881 600 NORTH MAIN STREET 309-734-6644
WARREN COUNTY PHARMACY 1120 NORTH 6TH STREET 309-734-6979

Cell Towers in Monmouth

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
565 40TH STTOWER106
203 335th Avenue NorthTOWER78

Fire Stations in Monmouth

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Monmouth Fire Department601 Industrial Park RDCareer309-734-8428

Bridges in Monmouth

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertSteel1964359,450P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19921948,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19751948,100P
CulvertSteel1985358,050P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19921424,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous19921424,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19922222,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20112312,600F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20172051,500F
Channel BeamConcrete197030650F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199141450G
SlabConcrete continuous200280450G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel190059150P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete199341125G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198832100G
CulvertSteel19753350F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19916550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19986150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20107650G
CulvertSteel19732025F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19895225G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19996125G
Channel BeamConcrete19773325G
Truss (Thru)Steel19009620P

Correctional Facilities in Monmouth

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
WARREN COUNTY JAIL121 NORTH A STREETCOUNTY-99942OPEN

Airports Near Monmouth

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quad City International AirportMLIMedium Airport
Southeast Iowa Regional AirportBRLMedium Airport
Ancam Antique Airfield—Small Airport
Beulah Land Farm Airport—Small Airport
Black Airport—Small Airport
Campbell Airport—Small Airport
Cedar Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Clark Airport—Small Airport
Curless Airport—Small Airport
Davenport Municipal AirportDVNSmall Airport
Douglas Airport—Small Airport
Earp Airport—Small Airport
Fort Madison Municipal AirportFMSSmall Airport
G. Bray Airport—Small Airport
Galesburg Municipal AirportGBGSmall Airport
Gen-Airpark—Small Airport
Gibson Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Gillen Airport—Small Airport
Havana Regional Airport—Small Airport
Ingersoll Airport—Small Airport
Jan Knipe Airport—Small Airport
Johnson Farm Airport—Small Airport
Kewanee Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Kingfield Airport—Small Airport
M.A.M Trail Airport—Small Airport
Maas Airstrip—Small Airport
Macomb Municipal AirportMQBSmall Airport
Marine Farms Field—Small Airport
Martins Airport—Small Airport
Mc Pherson Airport—Small Airport
Mccoy Airport—Small Airport
McNeal's Field—Small Airport
Mercer County Airport—Small Airport
Monmouth Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Morton Airport—Small Airport
Murk's Strip—Small Airport
Muscatine Municipal AirportMUTSmall Airport
Plain Crazy Airport—Small Airport
Port Paradise Farms Airport—Small Airport
Rhea Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Ritter Field—Small Airport
Runyan Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Schilson Field—Small Airport
Sharar Field—Small Airport
Sinele Strip—Small Airport
Sinele's Sunset Strip—Small Airport
Smith Airport—Small Airport
Sullivan Airport—Small Airport
Thompson Airport—Small Airport
Tri-County Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Monmouth

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Monmouth Police Department500 South Main Street

Grocery Stores in Monmouth

19 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
August Shing 1Grocery Store104 S A St
Ayerco Convenience Center 26Convenience Store605 N Main St
Beck's 20Convenience Store1198 N Main St
Casey's General Store 1995Convenience Store1112 W Broadway
Casey's General Store 3544Convenience Store1137 N Main St
Circle K 4701444Convenience Store1010 N Main St
County Market 139Super Store1120 N 6th St
Dollar General 11532Other1126 N Main St
Dollar General 25159Other1120 S Main St
Dollar General 25684Other1105 W Broadway
Dollar Tree 6908Other721 S Main St
Fareway Stores Inc. 195Super Store1181 N 6th St
La Flor De Trigo BakeryGrocery Store115 W 1st Ave
La Pequenita Mexican StoreConvenience Store117 S 1st St
Love's Travel Stop 804Convenience Store1001 E 11th Ave
Pizza Hut MonmouthRestaurant Meals Program837 N Main St
Save-A-Lot 24680Supermarket200 N Main St
Supermercado 4 Hermanos Corp.Grocery Store200 S Main St
Walgreens 11881Other600 N Main St

Post Offices in Monmouth

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Monmouth Post Office

Treatment Centers in Monmouth

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Henderson County Rural Health Center - DBA Eagle View Community Health SystemSubstance Abuse866-346-1337

DOL Wage Violations in Monmouth

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $8,212 in back wages owed to 60 employees.

5
Violations
$8,212
Back Wages Owed
60
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
Keister's Tire Centers — — 61462 — 1 $3,558 $237 15
Chandler Transportation — — 61462 — 1 $1,991 $1,991 1
Bridgeway Monmouth — — 61462 — 1 $1,700 $1,700 1
West Central Head Start — — 61462 — 1 $786 $34 23
Warren Achievement Center — — 61462 — 1 $177 $9 20

Churches & Religious Organizations in Monmouth

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
COUNTRYSIDE BIBLE CHURCH824 245TH AVE
FAIRVIEW CENTER CHURCH1495 90TH ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF MONMOUTH514 N SUNNY LN
FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH LUTHERAN DAY CARE PRE SCHOOL116 S B ST
GRACE BIBLE CHURCH OF MONMOUTH121 S H ST
GREATER LIFE PENTECOSTAL CHURCH INC201 E 2ND AVE
IMMANUEL BAPTIST CHURCH404 S E ST
MONMOUTH BIBLE MISSIONARY CHURCH801 N 3RD ST
OUTREACH MISSION SUPPORT1006 S 5TH ST
RIVER OF LIFE INTERNATIONAL CHURCHPO BOX 252

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Frequently Asked Questions About Monmouth

What is the population of Monmouth?

Monmouth has a population of 8,794 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 2,074 people per square mile, spread across 4.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Monmouth expensive to live in?

Monmouth has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $59,690, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $88,100 (69% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $652 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Monmouth safe?

Monmouth is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 257 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,957 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Monmouth receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Monmouth?

Monmouth has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.4 inches, with 25.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Monmouth?

Monmouth has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $875. There are 378 business establishments in the area, including 39 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 5.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Monmouth?

The median home value in Monmouth is $88,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $107,948. For renters, the median monthly rent is $652. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.4%. The average annual property tax is $4,271.

How are the schools in Monmouth?

Schools in Monmouth have an average test score of 4.8 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.7% of adults in Monmouth hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.2% have completed high school. 6.5% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Monmouth?

The obesity rate in Monmouth is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.0% of adults are smokers. 26.1% are physically inactive. 23.0% of residents report depression. 12.0% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 57.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,837.

What is transportation like in Monmouth?

The average commute in Monmouth is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 76% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Monmouth?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Monmouth is 75.5% White, 4.7% Black or African American, 2.9% Hispanic or Latino. 81.2% of residents speak only English at home, while 18.8% speak Spanish. 4.8% of the population are military veterans. 15.8% of residents have a disability. 92.4% have health insurance coverage.

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