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New Baden, IL

Illinois · St. Clair County · St. Louis Metro

New Baden is a small town in Illinois with a population of 3,493. Residents earn $77,542 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
3,493 Population 1,909/sq mi density
$77,542 Median Income $34,515 per capita
$160,600 Home Value $215,422 Zillow
$1,110 Median Rent 29.1% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
62 Violent Crime/100K 584 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$77,542 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,600 home value, $1,110/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
62 violent crimes/100K (84% below avg)
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $77,542
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $160,600
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 62/100K
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.2%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,110
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,493
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,909/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans21.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$77,542
Per Capita$34,515
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$16,131M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,600
Rent$1,110
Ownership59.2%
Zillow$215,422
Housing Units1,387
Rent Burden29.1%

Crime

F
Violent62/100K
Property584/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault31/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking14.1%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation464 ft (141 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.2%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+7.7%
School Score5.22

Community

2024 VoteR 45% / D 53%
Commute23 min
Broadband94.7%
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is New Baden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Baden receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Baden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Baden is $77,542, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Baden is $160,600, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Baden is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 584 per 100,000, 70% below the national average.

Education

24.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

New Baden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Baden has a population of 3,493 with a density of 1,909 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 6.5% Hispanic, 3.8% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.1% of residents, while 9.9% speak Spanish. 21.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 9.5% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average). 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,493
Total Population
1,909
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

New Baden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.1%
15% above US avg
Spanish 9.9%
26% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Baden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Baden is $77,542, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,515 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,096, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 4,856 business establishments, including 565 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 11.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: New Baden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,542
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,515
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$72,661
Gini Index0.450 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,856
County GDP$16,131M

Business (County)

Restaurants565
Healthcare634
Retail779
Manufacturing149

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Baden is $160,600, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,422, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.6% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,110 (5% 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. 59.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,387 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $6,264 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 29.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,600
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$215,422

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.6%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,110
5% below US avg
Rent Burden29.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.2%
Owner-Occupied59.2%
Renter-Occupied40.8%
Housing Units1,387
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,264
79% above US avg
Effective Rate3.90%
In New Baden, 39.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 30.6% have high blood pressure. 14.1% are current smokers. 20.9% report binge drinking. 21.3% are physically inactive. 23.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.3% experience frequent mental distress. 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699. The dentist ratio is 1:1,358. 80.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: New Baden vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.1%
1% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.3%
Short Sleep37.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,699
Dentists1:1,358
Mental Health1:528
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits64.8%
Premature Death11,442/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access80.2%
Healthcare Facilities634
New Baden has a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, 84% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 30.8 per 100,000, robbery at 30.8, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 584 per 100,000, 70% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 523, burglary at 0, vehicle theft at 62 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 46 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, New Baden receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent61.5/100K
84% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery30.8/100K
Assault30.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property584.3/100K
70% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft522.8/100K
Vehicle Theft61.5/100K
Arson30.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents34
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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New Baden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 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 43.4 inches. The area receives 11.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 464 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.7°F
7% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation464 ft (141 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,909/sq mi
Coordinates38.5368°N, 89.7072°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Clair County County
Nearest AirportSt Louis Regional (ALN)
30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 11.2"
Wettest Month (May) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.01"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0482 ppm
NO₂ (Nitrogen Dioxide)14.2 ppb
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.12 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)10.5 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively High
Risk Score94.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.9 / 100
Community Resilience74.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

57 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Sep 19, 2024.

Feb 5, 1994 2 km WNW of Dongola, Illinois M4.2 138 km
Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 116 km
Jan 2, 2006 3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois M3.6 137 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 58 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 118 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 81 km
Dec 27, 1992 2 km E of Pocahontas, Missouri M3.2 115 km
May 2, 2003 10 km ENE of Thompsonville, Illinois M3.2 111 km
Oct 24, 1990 5 km ENE of Woodlawn, Illinois M3.2 68 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 81 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 60 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 54 km
Mar 12, 2002 6 km S of Marble Hill, Missouri M3.1 145 km
Jan 23, 1991 3 km WSW of Logan, Illinois M3.1 99 km
Mar 1, 2006 2 km N of Buncombe, Illinois M3.0 132 km
Jun 27, 2005 6 km E of Grand Tower, Illinois M3.0 104 km
Feb 28, 1994 5 km NW of Harrison, Illinois M3.0 84 km
Sep 5, 1995 3 km N of Woodlawn, Illinois M2.9 61 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 81 km
Jul 8, 2003 1 km N of Leasburg, Missouri M2.9 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

622 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 85 fatalities, 1,547 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 18, 1957 EF5 65 km 1
Feb 28, 2017 EF4 94 km 1
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 26 km 2
Apr 22, 2011 EF4 71 km 0
Sep 22, 2006 EF4 96 km 0
May 29, 1982 EF4 96 km 10
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 42 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 75 km 3
Feb 10, 1959 EF4 78 km 21
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 95 km 11
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 62 km 1
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 39 km 6
May 31, 2013 EF3 92 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 48 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 67 km 1
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 84 km 2
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 71 km 0
Apr 21, 2002 EF3 88 km 1
Jun 1, 1999 EF3 87 km 1
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 91 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: KINKAID RX (1,215 ac, 2019).

Year Name Acres Distance
2019 KINKAID RX 1,215 84 km
2022 KINKAID STATE FISH AND WILDLIFE AREA RX 1,115 84 km
2021 STATE OF ILLINOIS TRACT RX 1,011 76 km
2018 UNNAMED 729 83 km
2020 UNNAMED 687 83 km
2022 BLOWDOWN 16 RX 553 87 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 2.0 in Driest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.3 in Coldest
March 44°F (7°C) 3.5 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.6 in Warmest
August 76°F (24°C) 3.1 in
September 69°F (20°C) 3.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 2.7 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
December 34°F (1°C) 2.9 in

New Baden has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 33°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (2.0").

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New Baden is located in St. Clair County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 24.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 28% below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53% of the vote, a 7.9-point margin. 94.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 16 public libraries serving the community. 634 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 66.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 45.2%
D 53%

Winner: Democrat by 7.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46
Traffic Accidents34
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.2%
28% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+7.7%
School Test Score5.22
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,909/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi
CountySt. Clair County County

Services

Broadband Access94.7%
Avg Download Speed123.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed13.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities634
Restaurants565
Retail Stores779

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone66.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.9%
Average costs for common services in New Baden. 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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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,031
Toddler$844
Preschool$700
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$804
Toddler$748
Preschool$686
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in St. Clair County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 13,326 574 $57,729 1.03
Retail Trade 11,535 681 $35,887 1.28
Accommodation & Food Services 9,978 490 $24,054 1.22
Professional & Technical Services 5,654 482 $94,177 0.90
Manufacturing 4,961 177 $69,206 0.67
Construction 4,769 462 $74,915 1.01
Transportation & Warehousing 4,765 163 $64,413 1.25
Other Services 3,556 506 $36,940 1.31
Administrative & Waste Services 3,534 278 $57,083 0.67
Wholesale Trade 2,874 147 $74,018 0.81
Finance & Insurance 1,678 247 $83,837 0.46
Educational Services 1,463 63 $44,227 0.79
Arts & Entertainment 1,399 76 $29,198 0.92
Real Estate 938 184 $49,317 0.67
Management of Companies 679 12 $109,747 0.45
Information & Technology 618 54 $56,299 0.37
Utilities 537 17 $123,157 1.57
Agriculture & Forestry 328 30 $47,092 0.45
Mining & Oil/Gas 88 5 $79,564 0.26
Unclassified 13 14 $39,711 0.10

Schools in New Baden

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
New Baden Elementary School Elementary 290 15 19.3:1
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Radio Stations near New Baden

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
90.7 FM KWMU-1 MP3 64 kbps
90.7 FM KWMU-2 jazz MP3 128 kbps
Organlive - Organ Music classical, organ MP3 320 kbps
Lutheran Public Radio - Collinsville, IL christian, classical AAC 128 kbps
Organlive MP3 320 kbps
STL Smooth Jazz rnb, smooth jazz AAC+ 64 kbps
The Big 550 KTRS news, talk AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near New Baden

12 campgrounds found near New Baden.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DAM EAST SPILLWAY (DAY USE) 5.0/5 1 $30
Boulder Campground 4.6/5 82 $20–$40
Coles Creek Campground 4.6/5 145 $20–$250
Dam West Campground 4.6/5 108 $20–$60
Dam East - McNair Campground 4.5/5 47 $20–$125
LOTUS GROUP AREA 4.4/5 1 $200
DAM WEST DAY USE 4.0/5 2 $30
COLES CREEK DAY USE 3.5/5 1 $30
BOULDER DAY USE 2.0/5 1 $30
KEYESPORT REC. AREA 2.0/5 1 $30
DAM EAST REC. AREA (DAY USE) $30
DAM WEST SPILLWAY 1 $30

National Parks Near New Baden

23 national parks and monuments found near New Baden.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Elephant Rocks State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Hawn State Park State Park Free
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Lake Murphysboro State Park State Park Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Saint Joe State Park State Park Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Museums in New Baden

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
HIGHLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6186545183$57,391
HERITAGE HOUSE AND MUSEUM OF OKAWVILLEHISTORIC PRESERVATION6182435535$26,599
MASCOUTAH HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185662567$20,359
BREESE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ERWIN H WEDER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6186541761
FREEBURG HISTORICAL & GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185395771
LEBANON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6185374498
MASCOUTAH AEROSPACE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6185372003
MASCOUTAH HERITAGE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6185669774
MCKENDREE UNIVERSITY GALLERY OF ARTART MUSEUM
NEW ATHENS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
O'FALLON HISTORIAL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6186248409
POOS MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6182435694
U.S. SENATOR PAUL SIMON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6186673873
WILLIAM & FLORENCE SCHMIDT ART CENTERART MUSEUM2500 CARLYLE AVENUE6182225278
WILLIAM AND FLORENCE SCHMIDT ART CENTERART MUSEUM6182225278

Libraries in New Baden

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
O'FALLON PUBLIC LIBRARY120 CIVIC PLAZA0.0154,512
LOUIS LATZER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY1001 NINTH STREET0.081,322
TRI-TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT209 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.071,355
MASCOUTAH PUBLIC LIBRARY3 WEST CHURCH STREET0.056,420
FREEBURG AREA LIBRARY DISTRICT407 SOUTH BELLEVILLE STREET0.030,504
LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY314 WEST SAINT LOUIS STREET0.025,010
MARYVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT8 SCHIBER COURT0.019,374
BREESE PUBLIC LIBRARY530 NORTH THIRD STREET0.016,938
GERMANTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT403 MUNSTER STREET0.016,229
TRENTON PUBLIC LIBRARY118 EAST INDIANA STREET0.011,280
NEW ATHENS DISTRICT LIBRARY201 NORTH VAN BUREN STREET0.011,024
NEW BADEN PUBLIC LIBRARY210 NORTH FIRST STREET0.09,113

Farmers Markets in New Baden

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Highland Farmers Market907 Main Street06/13/2013 to 10/03/2013Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Maryville Farmers Market1 Schiber Ct.05/03/2018 to 10/11/2018Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM;Visit
Mascoutah Farmers Market 100 block of railwayVisit
Okawville Farmers Market110 E Walnut St04/05/2016 to 09/27/2016Tue: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Gas Stations in New Baden

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store
Shell

Banks in New Baden

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bank of Clinton County

Breweries in New Baden

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Hidden Lake WineryVineyards, Brewers, Wineries, Liquor Stores, Food & Entertainment10580 Wellen Rd6182289111Visit
RailshakeBrewery and Bar504 Walnut St

Ski Resorts Near New Baden

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kirkwood 65.0 15 2,987 $85 November - April Yes

Nursing Homes in New Baden

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
CLINTON MANOR LIVING CENTER
111 EAST ILLINOIS STREET
For profit - Corporation 39 36 5/5 4/5 2/5 6185884924

Pharmacies in New Baden

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
PRESCRIPTIONS PLUS 450 WEST HANOVER STREET 618-588-3517

Cell Towers in New Baden

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
RR1, Box 23TOWER130
RR1, Box 23TOWER130
850 FT. NW OF INT MICK RDTOWER91
850 FT. NW OF INT MICK RDTOWER91
7733 SHOAL CREEK ROAD (103429)LTOWER84
3232 DAMIANSVILLE ROAD (56553)LTOWER64
1400 NORTH COUNTY ROAD (56494)GTOWER63
14994 Hen House Road (93392)LTOWER60
14994 Hen House Road (93392)LTOWER60
RT 2 COUNTY HIGHWAY 44TOWER47
RT 2 COUNTY HIGHWAY 44TOWER47

Fire Stations in New Baden

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
New Baden Fire Protection District100 E Hanover STVolunteer618-588-3890

Bridges in New Baden

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19712731,000G
CulvertConcrete continuous19732231,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197116815,500P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197117015,500P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197213515,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous197213515,500F
CulvertConcrete continuous1955264,150F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19701812,450G
CulvertConcrete1997352,100G
SlabConcrete continuous1922712,000P
CulvertConcrete1994262,000G
SlabConcrete continuous1920532,000F
SlabConcrete continuous19971232,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1972194625G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1967180575G
SlabConcrete continuous199563450G
Channel BeamConcrete190132325F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete197963225G
Channel BeamConcrete196524200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200636175G
CulvertSteel195634175P
CulvertSteel19872650F
CulvertConcrete19843050G

Airports Near New Baden

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Louis Lambert International AirportSTLLarge Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
St Louis Regional AirportALNMedium Airport
Adams Private AirportSmall Airport
Aero Estates AirportSmall Airport
Aire Parque AirportSmall Airport
Arnold UltralightportSmall Airport
Ben Emge AirportSmall Airport
Bickel AirportSmall Airport
Brammeier AirportSmall Airport
Burns FieldSmall Airport
Centralia Municipal AirportENLSmall Airport
Compton AirportSmall Airport
Dale Curten Farm AirportSmall Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Dury Estates AirportSmall Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Flight Park Inc AirportSmall Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Greenville AirportGRESmall Airport
Griffin AirportSmall Airport
Hammock FieldSmall Airport
Harris AirportSmall Airport
Hemmer RLA Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Hepp AirportSmall Airport
Herschel Hunter AirportSmall Airport
Highland-Winet AirportSmall Airport
Horsefeathers Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Jerseyville Aviation Inc AirportSmall Airport
Justison AirportSmall Airport
King AirportSmall Airport
Koenig AirportSmall Airport
Lambert AirportSmall Airport
Lindauer AirportSmall Airport
Lindell Loveless AirportSmall Airport
Litchfield Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Mueller AirportSmall Airport
O K Flying Club Inc AirportSmall Airport
Panther FieldSmall Airport
Perryville Regional AirportSmall Airport
Pinckneyville Du Quoin AirportSmall Airport
Prairie AirportSmall Airport
Ralph Jacobs AirportSmall Airport
Raymond Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport
Riverveiw AirportSmall Airport
Sackman FieldSmall Airport
Sainte Genevieve Flying Club AirportSmall Airport
Salem–Leckrone AirportSLOSmall Airport
Schaller AirportSmall Airport
Schumaier Restricted Landing AreaSmall Airport

Police Stations in New Baden

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Highland Police Department12990 Troxler Avenue
Maryville Police Department
Mascoutah Police Department3 West Main Street
O'Fallon Police Department
Shiloh Police Department3498 Lebanon Avenue
Trenton Police Department

Grocery Stores in New Baden

6 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S 3373Convenience Store11 One Stop Dr
CC Food Mart 7Convenience Store512 W Hanover St
DOLLAR GENERAL 7114Other115 Weatherholt Dr
Love's Travel Stop 583Convenience Store8690 Richter School Rd
New Baden Market CenterSupermarket450 W Hanover St
New Baden Moto 3118Convenience Store409 E Hanover St

Post Offices in New Baden

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
New Baden Post Office
New Memphis Post Office

Treatment Centers in New Baden

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ComWellBoth618-243-2091

Churches & Religious Organizations in New Baden

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
SAINT PETER LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 261
ST GEORGE CONGREGATION200 N 3RD ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About New Baden

What is the population of New Baden?

New Baden has a population of 3,493 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,909 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.1 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is New Baden expensive to live in?

New Baden has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $77,542, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,600 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,110 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is New Baden safe?

New Baden is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 62 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 584 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, New Baden receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in New Baden?

New Baden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 43.4 inches, with 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in New Baden?

The job market in New Baden is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,096. There are 4,856 business establishments in the area, including 565 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 11.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New Baden?

The median home value in New Baden is $160,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $215,422. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,110. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 59.2%. The average annual property tax is $6,264.

How are the schools in New Baden?

Schools in New Baden score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 24.2% of adults in New Baden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. 7.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is New Baden?

The obesity rate in New Baden is 39.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.1% of adults are smokers. 21.3% are physically inactive. 23.4% of residents report depression. 7.7% lack health insurance. 80.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,699.

What is transportation like in New Baden?

The average commute in New Baden is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 66.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 11.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of New Baden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New Baden is 85.3% White, 3.8% Black or African American, 6.5% Hispanic or Latino. 90.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.9% speak Spanish. 21.2% of the population are military veterans. 9.5% of residents have a disability. 87.9% have health insurance coverage.

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