Monmouth, IL Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Emmett Bennett Feb 11, 2026

What surprised you most about Monmouth?

Hi all, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 12.6%, which is around average. You can expect to pay around $652 for rent here. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Ian Anderson Oct 30, 2025

Best neighborhoods in Monmouth

Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $59,690 in Monmouth. Rent is about $652/month for a decent place. With a population of 8,794, Monmouth is a small town. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is s...

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Ian Anderson Jun 5, 2025

Job market in Monmouth for tech?

We're a young couple and Rent is about $652/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Emmett Bennett Jan 21, 2025

Considering Monmouth vs New York -help me decide

Household incomes average around $59,690 in Monmouth. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I overthinking this? The weather takes some getting used to. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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