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Paw Paw, IL

Illinois · DeKalb County · Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro

Paw Paw is a small town in Illinois with a population of 911. Residents earn $63,833 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
911 Population 1,518/sq mi density
$63,833 Median Income $30,096 per capita
$151,100 Home Value $220,199 Zillow
$847 Median Rent 19.1% income on rent
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
121 Violent Crime/100K 1,938 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,833 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,100 home value, $847/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
121 violent crimes/100K (68% below avg)
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.7% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $63,833
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,100
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 121/100K
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.7%
62% lower than US avg
Median Rent $847
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population911
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density1,518/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,833
Per Capita$30,096
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$5,661M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,100
Rent$847
Ownership71.2%
Zillow$220,199
Housing Units441
Rent Burden19.1%

Crime

F
Violent121/100K
Property1,938/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured8.6%
Smoking15.4%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain36.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation938 ft (286 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.7%
High School+96.4%
Graduate+2.7%
School Score5.54

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute38 min
Broadband90.8%
EV Stations4
Libraries11

Is Paw Paw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paw Paw receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 long commute times. Paw Paw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paw Paw is $63,833, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paw Paw is $151,100, 46% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Paw Paw is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,938 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

12.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Paw Paw experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Paw Paw has a population of 911 with a density of 1,518 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 45.4% female and 54.6% male. The city is predominantly White (97.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 4.5% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 16.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

911
Total Population
1,518
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Paw Paw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paw Paw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paw Paw is $63,833, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,096 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,094, 24% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,988 business establishments, including 212 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 4.2% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Paw Paw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,833
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,096
Avg Weekly Wage$1,094
IRS Avg AGI$71,774
Gini Index0.442 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,988
County GDP$5,661M

Business (County)

Restaurants212
Healthcare224
Retail253
Manufacturing100

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,219
106% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Paw Paw is $151,100, 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,199, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $847 (27% 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. 71.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 441 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1960. The average annual property tax is $7,219 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 19.1% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,100
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$220,199

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$847
27% below US avg
Rent Burden19.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.2%
Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied28.8%
Housing Units441
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,219
106% above US avg
Effective Rate4.78%
In Paw Paw, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.4% of residents. 30.7% have high blood pressure. 15.4% are current smokers. 20.9% report binge drinking. 22.8% are physically inactive. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.7% experience frequent mental distress. 8.6% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,719. The dentist ratio is 1:1,474. 78.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.2 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.9%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Uninsured8.6%
0% below US avg
Primary Care1:3,719
Dentists1:1,474
Mental Health1:228
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits60.7%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities224
Paw Paw has a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, 68% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,938 per 100,000, 1% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 14 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Paw Paw receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent121.1/100K
68% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,938.2/100K
1% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Paw Paw experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 72°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 36.8 inches. The area receives 30.1 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 938 feet.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average47.8°F
11% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation938 ft (286 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density1,518/sq mi
Coordinates41.6882°N, 88.9798°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyDeKalb County County
Nearest AirportIllinois Valley Regional-Walter A Duncan Field (VYS)
25 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.8"
3% below US avg
Snowfall 30.1"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.25"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.10"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score80.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability29.2 / 100
Community Resilience75.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 15, 2025.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 26 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 51 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 38 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 97 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 23 km
Mar 25, 2015 3 km WNW of Lake in the Hills, Illinois M2.9 75 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 51 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 78 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

623 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 121 fatalities, 2,067 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Aug 28, 1990 EF5 52 km 29
Apr 9, 2015 EF4 32 km 2
Mar 29, 1981 EF4 81 km 0
Jun 29, 1979 EF4 65 km 0
Jun 13, 1976 EF4 81 km 2
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 96 km 33
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 59 km 24
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 78 km 1
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 77 km 6
Apr 17, 1963 EF4 93 km 1
Jun 20, 2021 EF3 66 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 92 km 0
Feb 28, 2017 EF3 41 km 2
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 65 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 69 km 0
Jan 7, 2008 EF3 79 km 0
Apr 20, 2004 EF3 55 km 8
May 9, 1995 EF3 81 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 27, 1984 EF3 56 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

8 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,741 ac, 2019).

Year Name Acres Distance
2019 UNNAMED 1,741 76 km
2019 UNNAMED 1,664 80 km
2021 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3 978 87 km
2024 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX 938 85 km
2021 UNNAMED 738 84 km
2021 MIDDLE GRANT CREEK 700 78 km
2019 UNNAMED 698 85 km
2017 UNNAMED 549 77 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 20°F (-7°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 25°F (-4°C) 1.1 in Driest
March 36°F (2°C) 2.5 in
April 48°F (9°C) 3.7 in
May 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
June 69°F (21°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 72°F (22°C) 4.0 in Warmest
August 70°F (21°C) 4.0 in
September 63°F (17°C) 3.9 in
October 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in
November 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in
December 25°F (-4°C) 2.2 in

Paw Paw has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 20°F in January to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and February the driest (1.1").

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Paw Paw is located in DeKalb County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 12.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 62% below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 50.1% of the vote, a 2-point margin. 90.8% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 224 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.1%
D 50.1%

Winner: Democrat by 2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14
Traffic Accidents7
Avg Accident Severity3.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.7%
62% below US avg
High School+96.4%
Graduate Degree+2.7%
School Test Score5.54
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,518/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi
CountyDeKalb County County

Services

Broadband Access90.8%
Avg Download Speed112.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed45.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations6
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities224
Restaurants212
Retail Stores253

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%
Average costs for common services in Paw Paw. 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)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $45 ($25–$75)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $75 ($50–$120)
Brake Pad Replacement $300 ($150–$500)
Tire Rotation $40 ($20–$75)
New Tires (Set of 4) $600 ($400–$1,000)
Battery Replacement $200 ($100–$350)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $100 ($60–$150)
Electrician (Per Hour) $90 ($50–$140)
HVAC Repair $400 ($150–$800)
HVAC System Install $7,000 ($4,000–$12,000)
Roof Repair $1,000 ($400–$2,000)
Roof Replacement $9,000 ($5,500–$15,000)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,500 ($500–$3,500)
Divorce (Contested) $15,000 ($5,000–$30,000)
DUI Defense $5,000 ($2,000–$10,000)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,500 ($800–$3,000)
Will Preparation $500 ($200–$1,000)
Trust Preparation $2,500 ($1,000–$5,000)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $4.10 ($3.00–$5.50)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.50 ($2.50–$5.00)
Loaf of Bread $3.80 ($2.50–$5.50)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.50 ($3.00–$6.50)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.50 ($4.00–$7.50)
Rice (per lb) $1.00 ($0.60–$1.80)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $140 ($80–$250)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $70 ($30–$150)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $70 ($40–$120)
Internet (Monthly) $70 ($40–$100)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $65 ($30–$100)
Cable TV (Monthly) $85 ($50–$150)
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)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,268
Toddler$1,039
Preschool$1,021
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$836
Toddler$831
Preschool$794
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in DeKalb County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 5,317 225 $38,109 1.47
Health Care & Social Assistance 5,124 174 $62,625 0.99
Manufacturing 3,364 128 $69,749 1.13
Accommodation & Food Services 2,863 204 $21,467 0.87
Construction 2,024 253 $90,032 1.06
Other Services 1,241 197 $35,257 1.14
Administrative & Waste Services 915 104 $49,487 0.43
Professional & Technical Services 754 149 $59,319 0.30
Finance & Insurance 572 80 $77,753 0.39
Information & Technology 531 30 $92,030 0.78
Agriculture & Forestry 372 53 $60,514 1.27
Arts & Entertainment 326 38 $19,253 0.53
Educational Services 297 27 $36,477 0.40
Real Estate 271 58 $43,425 0.48
Management of Companies 116 6 $62,770 0.19
Mining & Oil/Gas 28 4 $96,155 0.20
Unclassified 2 3 $23,291 0.04

Schools in Paw Paw

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Paw Paw Elem School Elementary 80 8 10.0:1
Paw Paw Junior High School Middle 34 6 5.7:1
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Radio Stations near Paw Paw

65 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Ambient Sleeping Pill | 128 kbps mp3 — MP3 128 kbps
WRUW Cleveland 91.1 FM Case Western U. alternative, college radio AAC+ 42 kbps
WTAM 1100 - Cleveland, Ohio local news, local talk AAC
24/7 Polka Heaven polka MP3 128 kbps
107.3 Alternative - Cleveland, Ohio alternative rock, rock AAC+ 48 kbps
Yes.fm Worship christian AAC+ 32 kbps
I Hate Free Speech — MP3 128 kbps
WKSU News Channel (HD4) [aac+] bbc, npr AAC 64 kbps
Vintage Broadcast — MP3 192 kbps
WLW - 700 AM - Cincinnati, OH news, right winger AAC 22 kbps
Folk Alley Irish Music 128 kbps, irish folk MP3 128 kbps
Outworld Fleet Radio explicit, fandom MP3 128 kbps
101.3 WKRD - Rockford's Best Mix 00s, 70s AAC+ 32 kbps
WSTB 88.9 The AlterNation, Streetsboro alternative / indie, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
WCPN 90.3 "Ideastream" Cleveland, OH cleveland, jazz MP3 128 kbps
WJCU 88.7 John Carroll University - University Heights, OH (MP3) cleveland, university heights MP3 128 kbps
WSWO-LP 97.3 oldies AAC+ 48 kbps
Spin Cycle - Mixing and Remixing The Hits 24/7 — AAC
WNIR 100.1 Kent, OH akron, kent AAC+ 32 kbps
Apostolic Christian Friendship Radio bible, choir MP3
WYSO 91.3 Yellow Springs, OH bbc, npr MP3 128 kbps
WINT 1330 & 105.1 - Willoughby, Ohio local talk, news talk MP3 64 kbps
WJCU 88.7 John Carroll University - University Heights, OH (AAC) cleveland, university heights AAC+ 128 kbps
The Fan 97.1 WBNS-FM Sports Radio — MP3 128 kbps
WCBE 90.5 Columbus, OH npr, public radio MP3 96 kbps
Yes.fm (Toledo,oh) 89.7 christian, hip-hop AAC+ 32 kbps
Folk Alley 128 kbps, irish folk MP3 128 kbps
WMMX Mix 107.7 adult contemporary AAC 24 kbps
WFGF 92.1 "The Frog" Wapakoneta, OH country, lima MP3
WQQO "Q105.5" Sylvania, OH hot adult contemporary, sylvania AAC+ 48 kbps
Folk Alley Classic 128 kbps, classic folk MP3 128 kbps
WHOT 101.1 "Hot 101" Youngstown, OH contemporary hits, top 40 AAC+ 48 kbps
WGUC Cincinnati Classical Music Radio — MP3 320 kbps
100.7 WMMS - Cleveland, Ohio alternative rock, hard rock AAC
RadioGPT — AAC 128 kbps
WYSU 88.5 All Classical classical MP3 128 kbps
WRQN 93.5 Bowling Green, OH bowling green, classic hits AAC+ 48 kbps
WDOH "Fun 107.1" Delphos, OH classic hits, delphos MP3
WKNR 850 Cleveland espn, sports news MP3 96 kbps
WPIC "News Talk 790" Sharon, PA news talk, sharon AAC+ 48 kbps
WGUC-HD2 Jazz Stream - Cincinatti, OH cincinatti, jazz MP3 128 kbps
Kickin Country 104.9 — AAC+ 32 kbps
WXKR "94.5 XKR" Port Clinton, OH classic rock, port clinton AAC+ 48 kbps
WBBW "Sports Radio 1240" Youngstown, OH cbs sports radio, sport AAC+ 48 kbps
Folk Alley Classic Folk 128 kbps, classic folk MP3 128 kbps
WKKY 104.7 Geneva, OH ashtabula county, commercial AAC+ 64 kbps
WGUC "Classical 90.9" Cincinatti, OH cincinatti, classical MP3 320 kbps
WKKO 99.9 "K 100" Toledo, OH country, toledo AAC+ 48 kbps
97.9 WNCI — AAC
WMKV 89.3 FM Reading, OH adult standards, big band AAC+ 48 kbps
TruBlues975 WDIF-LP blues, community radio AAC+ 96 kbps
X Music Online christian, christian hit AAC 32 kbps
WQQO-HD2 "Talk 100.7 Radio" Sylvania, OH sylvania, talk radio AAC+ 48 kbps
Stillwater NOAA Weather radio — MP3 32 kbps
WINT 1330 & 101.5 - Willoughby, Ohio local talk, news talk MP3 64 kbps
WQGR FM (Gold 93.7) — AAC+ 48 kbps
WGTE-FM npr, public radio MP3 128 kbps
WPFX 107.7 "The Wolf" Luckey, OH country, luckey AAC+ 64 kbps
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National Parks Near Paw Paw

21 national parks and monuments found near Paw Paw.

ParkTypeFee
Big Foot Beach State Park State Park Free
Buffalo Rock State Park State Park Free
Burlington To Kansasville State Trail State Park Free
Cadiz Springs State Recreation Area State Park Free
Castle Rock State Park State Park Free
Chain O'Lakes State Park State Park Free
Channahon State Park State Park Free
Fox River State Park Free
Gebhard Woods State Park State Park Free
Illini State Park State Park Free
Jubliee College State Park State Park Free
Lowden State Park State Park Free
Matthiessen State Park State Park Free
Morraine Hills State Park State Park Free
Presidential Park State Park Free
Richard Bong Recreation Area State Park Free
Rock Cut State Park State Park Free
Silver Springs State Park Free
White River State Trail State Park Free
Whitewater State Park State Park Free
William G. Stratton State Park State Park Free

Museums in Paw Paw

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
ELLWOOD HOUSE ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION$535,542
ELLWOOD HOUSE MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION8157564609$535,542
MENDOTA MUSEUM & HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION901 WASHINGTON ST8155393373$77,236
FLAGG TOWNSHIP HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8155623040$36,624
JOSEPH F GLIDDEN HOMESTEAD AND HISTORICAL CENTERHISTORY MUSEUM8157567904$25,634
ANTHROPOLOGY MUSEUMNATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM8157530230
DEKALB AREA AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE ASSOCIATIONGENERAL MUSEUM111 SOUTH SECOND STREET SUITE 2048157568737
EARLVILLE COMMUNITY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HUME' CARNEGIE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8155393373
MALTA HISTORICAL AND GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
NIU ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM
NIU ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM8157531936
NIU SMART SPACE LEARNING CENTERCHILDREN'S MUSEUM307 LOWDEN HALL8157530666
NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY ART GALLERY IN CHICAGOART MUSEUM3126426010
ROCHELLE VETERAN WAR MEMORIAL ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHABBONA LEE AND ROLLO HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SHABONNA LEE ROLLO LOCAL HISTORYGENERAL MUSEUM8158242597
UNION DEPOT RAILROAD MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8155383800
WATERMAN AREA HERITAGE SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8152643461

Libraries in Paw Paw

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DEKALB PUBLIC LIBRARY309 OAK STREET0.0295,395
FLAGG-ROCHELLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT619 FOURTH AVENUE0.052,217
GRAVES-HUME PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT1401 WEST MAIN STREET0.036,321
EARLVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT205 WEST WINTHROP STREET0.016,016
CLINTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY110 SOUTH ELM STREET0.09,404
MALTA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY203 EAST ADAMS STREET0.07,917
PAW PAW PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT362 CHICAGO ROAD0.07,637
CRESTON-DEMENT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT107 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.06,354
MILLS & PETRIE MEMORIAL LIBRARY AND GYMNASIUM704 NORTH FIRST STREET0.04,588
FLEWELLIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY108 WEST COMANCHE0.02,891

Farmers Markets in Paw Paw

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
DeKalb Farmers' Market2nd and Locust Streets06/04/2015 to 09/24/2015Thu: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;Visit
Mendota Farmers Market700 Main St.Visit
Rochelle Outdoor Market718 10th Ave07/30/2016 to Sat: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;

Gas Stations in Paw Paw

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Casey's General Store

Banks in Paw Paw

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Flanagan State Bank
NuMark Credit Union

Gyms in Paw Paw

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

All Hour Fitness

Breweries in Paw Paw

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Red Brick Pub Themanufacturing, Bars & Clubs, wholesale, Restaurants, food, Restaurants & Bars, Pub Food, brewer, Foo420 Lincoln Hwy8155622404Visit

Cell Towers in Paw Paw

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
9450 LeLand RdTOWER91
9450 LeLand RdTOWER91
(Dekalb) 7480 S. Malta Rd.TOWER60
(Dekalb) 7480 S. Malta Rd.TOWER60
206 12TH ST. (72530)LTOWER60
206 12TH ST. (72530)LTOWER60
1049 COUNTY LINE RDTOWER59
1049 COUNTY LINE RDTOWER59
4428 EAST 1251ST ROAD (72543)LTOWER53
4428 EAST 1251ST ROAD (72543)LTOWER53

Fire Stations in Paw Paw

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Paw Paw Fire Protection District244 Elizabeth STVolunteer815-627-3511

Power Plants Near Paw Paw

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
MENDOTA HILLS, LLCONSHORE WIND TURBINE221115-89.1OP

Bridges in Paw Paw

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19832218,700F
CulvertConcrete19832318,700F
CulvertConcrete19832318,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1932861,450F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1983306950F
CulvertConcrete200723725G
CulvertConcrete196828325G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete201241250F
CulvertConcrete196622225P
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201562175G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete201562175G
CulvertConcrete200222175G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1983269125F
SlabConcrete195524100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198231100F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19904275F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19846250F
Channel BeamConcrete19802950G
Channel BeamConcrete19853550G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19833325F
SlabConcrete19552825F
Channel BeamConcrete19933625G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19835225G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19855125P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19834225F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20003710G

Amtrak Stations in Paw Paw

1 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Mendota, IL783 Main StreetTRAIN

Airports Near Paw Paw

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Chicago Rockford International AirportRFDMedium Airport
Dupage AirportDPAMedium Airport
7th Heaven Airport—Small Airport
Adkins Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Aero Acres Airport—Small Airport
Aero Lake Estates Airport—Small Airport
Aerogrange Airport—Small Airport
Aeroview Airport—Small Airport
Albertus AirportFEPSmall Airport
Antique Aerodrome—Small Airport
Aurora Municipal AirportAUZSmall Airport
B & C Airport—Small Airport
Bob Walberg Field—Small Airport
Bresson Airport—Small Airport
Bushby RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Carlson Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Casa De Aero Park Airport—Small Airport
Chester Wyss Airport—Small Airport
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport—Small Airport
Cloverleaf Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Cody Port RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Colonial Acres Airport—Small Airport
Cottonwood Airport—Small Airport
Curanda Airport—Small Airport
Cushing Field Ltd Airport—Small Airport
Cwian Field—Small Airport
Dacy Airport—Small Airport
Darrington Airport—Small Airport
David Gillespie Airport—Small Airport
DeKalb Taylor Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Delhotal Airport—Small Airport
Dick Burns Farm Airport—Small Airport
Dixon Municipal Charles R. Walgreen Field—Small Airport
Dunn Airport—Small Airport
Durin RLA Airport—Small Airport
Dwight Airport—Small Airport
Earl Barnickel Airport—Small Airport
Earlville Airport—Small Airport
Early-Merkel Field—Small Airport
Ebert Field—Small Airport
Edgar Read Airport—Small Airport
Edward Getzelman Airport—Small Airport
Emerick Airport—Small Airport
Ferris Field—Small Airport
Fisch RLA Airport—Small Airport
Flaherty Field—Small Airport
Flying Q Farm Airport—Small Airport
Foley Airport—Small Airport
Foote Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in Paw Paw

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
DeKalb Police Department700 West Lincoln Highway
NIU University Police
Rochelle Police Department416 North 6th Street
Waterman Police Department

Grocery Stores in Paw Paw

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Casey's General Store 1590Convenience Store315 Grummon St
Paw Paw Fresh Market And ConvenienceGrocery Store361 Chicago Rd

Treatment Centers in Paw Paw

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
DeKalb Behavioral Health Foundation - Northwestern Medicine Ben Gordon CtrBoth815-756-4875

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paw Paw

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH315 FLAGG ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Paw Paw

What is the population of Paw Paw?

Paw Paw has a population of 911 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,518 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.6 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 45.4% female and 54.6% male.

Is Paw Paw expensive to live in?

Paw Paw has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $63,833, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $151,100 (46% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $847 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Paw Paw safe?

Paw Paw is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 121 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,938 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Paw Paw receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Paw Paw?

Paw Paw has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 20°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.8 inches, with 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Paw Paw?

The job market in Paw Paw is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,094. There are 1,988 business establishments in the area, including 212 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 38 minutes, and 4.2% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Paw Paw?

The median home value in Paw Paw is $151,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $220,199. For renters, the median monthly rent is $847. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 71.2%. The average annual property tax is $7,219.

How are the schools in Paw Paw?

Schools in Paw Paw score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 12.7% of adults in Paw Paw hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. 2.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Paw Paw?

The obesity rate in Paw Paw is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.4% of adults are smokers. 22.8% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 8.6% lack health insurance. 78.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,719.

What is transportation like in Paw Paw?

The average commute in Paw Paw is 38 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 86.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 4.2% work from home.

What are the demographics of Paw Paw?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Paw Paw is 97.6% White, 1.6% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 4.5% of the population are military veterans. 16.1% of residents have a disability. 96.0% have health insurance coverage.

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