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Silvis, IL

Illinois · Rock Island County · Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro

Silvis is a small city in Illinois with a population of 7,939. Residents earn $67,569 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
7,939 Population 1,851/sq mi density
$67,569 Median Income $39,512 per capita
$161,300 Home Value $156,120 Zillow
$975 Median Rent 23.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
703 Violent Crime/100K 2,229 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$67,569 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,300 home value, $975/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
703 violent crimes/100K (85% above avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $67,569
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $161,300
43% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 703/100K
85% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.8%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $975
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.5%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population7,939
Median Age47.4 yrs
Density1,851/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,569
Per Capita$39,512
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty7.5%
County GDP$12,607M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,300
Rent$975
Ownership54.2%
Zillow$156,120
Housing Units4,521
Rent Burden23.7%

Crime

F
Violent703/100K
Property2,229/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault637/100K
Burglary371/100K

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking15.8%
Depression21.8%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.8%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+8.1%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute21 min
Broadband83.9%
EV Stations2
Libraries11

Is Silvis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Silvis receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, high obesity rates. Silvis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Silvis is $67,569, 10% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Silvis is $161,300, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $975 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

With 703 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,229 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Silvis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Silvis has a population of 7,939 with a density of 1,851 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age is 47.4 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.6% female and 46.4% male. The city is predominantly White (77.6%), with 5% Hispanic, 6.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90.1% of residents, while 9.9% speak Spanish. 11.7% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

7,939
Total Population
1,851
People / sq mi
47.4yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
4.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Silvis 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

Silvis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Silvis is $67,569, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,512. The average weekly wage is $1,391. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 2,880 business establishments, including 375 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Silvis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,569
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,512
Avg Weekly Wage$1,391
IRS Avg AGI$65,635
Gini Index0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.5%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,880
County GDP$12,607M

Business (County)

Restaurants375
Healthcare405
Retail411
Manufacturing124

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Silvis is $161,300, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,120. Homes sell for 97.1% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $975 (16% 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. 54.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 4,521 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $6,655 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 23.7% 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$161,300
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$156,120
Median List Price$195,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$195,000
$/Sq Ft$75
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.1%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$975
16% below US avg
Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership54.2%
Owner-Occupied54.2%
Renter-Occupied45.8%
Housing Units4,521
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,655
90% above US avg
Effective Rate4.13%
In Silvis, 40.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.7% of residents. 31.7% have high blood pressure. 15.8% are current smokers. 20.0% report binge drinking. 25.0% are physically inactive. 21.8% report depression. 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,042. The dentist ratio is 1:1,275. 90.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.0 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression21.8%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.7%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,042
Dentists1:1,275
Mental Health1:334
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits58.7%
Premature Death8,429/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access90.5%
Healthcare Facilities405
Silvis has a violent crime rate of 703 per 100,000 residents, 85% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 636.8 per 100,000, robbery at 13.3, rape at 53.1. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,229 per 100,000, 14% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,698, burglary at 371, vehicle theft at 159 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 11 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Silvis receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent703.1/100K
85% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape53.1/100K
Robbery13.3/100K
Assault636.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,228.7/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary371.5/100K
Theft1,698.1/100K
Vehicle Theft159.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Silvis experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°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 39.1 inches. The area receives 28.4 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 689 feet.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area4.2 sq mi (10.8 km²)
Population Density1,851/sq mi
Coordinates41.4977°N, 90.4101°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyRock Island County County
Nearest AirportQuad Cities International (MLI)
6 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.1"
3% above US avg
Snowfall 28.4"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.61"
Driest Month (Feb) 1.22"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0483 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score84.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability60.2 / 100
Community Resilience87.3 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.1 on Jul 15, 2024.

Jun 28, 2004 12 km NW of Dayton, Illinois M4.2 126 km
Sep 2, 1999 8 km W of Amboy, Illinois M3.5 85 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 142 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tornado History

628 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 15 fatalities, 218 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 29, 1981 EF4 43 km 0
Jun 29, 1976 EF4 95 km 0
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 58 km 1
Jun 1, 2007 EF3 70 km 0
Apr 20, 2004 EF3 98 km 8
May 9, 1995 EF3 39 km 0
May 9, 1995 EF3 55 km 0
Jun 19, 1993 EF3 95 km 0
Jul 13, 1992 EF3 97 km 0
Mar 13, 1990 EF3 16 km 0
May 8, 1988 EF3 42 km 0
Aug 5, 1979 EF3 90 km 0
Aug 15, 1978 EF3 40 km 0
Mar 4, 1976 EF3 78 km 0
Jun 13, 1975 EF3 92 km 0
Jun 20, 1974 EF3 55 km 1
Jun 14, 1974 EF3 25 km 0
May 13, 1974 EF3 21 km 0
Jul 17, 1972 EF3 81 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF3 69 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 71 km
2002 HSB 03 2 1,130 72 km
2000 DESTRUST A 756 71 km
2006 HSB 003 674 72 km
2004 HSB 009 608 71 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 23°F (-5°C) 1.5 in Coldest
February 26°F (-3°C) 1.2 in Driest
March 38°F (3°C) 2.7 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.8 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 71°F (22°C) 4.3 in
July 75°F (24°C) 4.6 in Warmest, Wettest
August 73°F (23°C) 4.1 in
September 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
October 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 39°F (4°C) 2.5 in
December 26°F (-3°C) 2.1 in

Silvis has a seasonal temperature swing of 53°F / from 23°F in January to 75°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.5 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.6") and February the driest (1.2").

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Silvis is located in Rock Island County. It is classified as Metro / 250K-1M, part of a metropolitan area. 16.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 50% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 53.9% of the vote, a 9.6-point margin. 83.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 11 public libraries serving the community. 405 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 44.4%
D 53.9%

Winner: Democrat by 9.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
Traffic Accidents8
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.8%
50% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+8.1%
School Test Score4.65
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 2Metro / 250K-1M
Population Density1,851/sq mi
Total Area4.2 sq mi
CountyRock Island County County

Services

Broadband Access83.9%
Avg Download Speed92.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed7.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities405
Restaurants375
Retail Stores411

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone81.7%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home3.0%
Average costs for common services in Silvis. 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)
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)
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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$1,220
Toddler$931
Preschool$758
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$804
Toddler$748
Preschool$729
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Rock Island County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 9,870 144 $69,190 1.71
Health Care & Social Assistance 8,626 363 $61,862 0.86
Retail Trade 6,922 397 $37,548 0.99
Wholesale Trade 6,485 109 $181,496 2.35
Accommodation & Food Services 5,285 344 $23,161 0.83
Administrative & Waste Services 4,191 140 $63,944 1.02
Construction 2,762 240 $76,472 0.75
Professional & Technical Services 2,602 224 $90,312 0.53
Other Services 2,127 287 $39,673 1.01
Finance & Insurance 1,564 139 $80,099 0.55
Educational Services 1,529 33 $31,409 1.05
Management of Companies 1,030 14 $113,291 0.87
Real Estate 706 100 $63,737 0.65
Arts & Entertainment 642 44 $22,313 0.54
Information & Technology 564 32 $70,908 0.43
Agriculture & Forestry 92 19 $42,649 0.16
Mining & Oil/Gas 77 6 $68,005 0.29
Unclassified 4 3 $118,485 0.04

Hospitals in Silvis

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
GENESIS HLTH SYSTEM DBA GENESIS MDL CTR-ILLINI Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (309) 281-4000

Schools in Silvis

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
George O Barr School Elementary 418 33 12.7:1
Bowlesburg Elem School Elementary 283 22 12.9:1
Eagle Ridge School Elementary 278 24 11.6:1
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Radio Stations near Silvis

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WOC 1420 news, talk AAC

Campgrounds Near Silvis

5 campgrounds found near Silvis.

NameRatingSitesPrice
Bulger's Hollow Recreation Area 4.8/5 1 $14
FISHERMANS CORNER 4.6/5 56 $14, $26
SHADY CREEK 4.6/5 54 $14, $26
THOMSON CAUSEWAY 4.6/5 128 $14, $26
CLARKS FERRY 4.5/5 44 $25, $26

National Parks Near Silvis

10 national parks and monuments found near Silvis.

ParkTypeFee
Bellevue State Park State Park Free
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
Jubliee College State Park State Park Free
Maquoketa Caves State Park State Park Free
Nauvoo State Park State Park Free
Wapsipinicon State Park State Park Free
Wildcat Den State Park State Park Free

Museums in Silvis

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
AUGUSTANA COLLEGE ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM$126,319,359
EIDE/DALRYMPLE GALLERYART MUSEUM$126,319,359
FRYXELL GEOLOGY MUSEUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097947318$126,319,359
HOVELAND CENTER FOR LITURGICAL ARTSART MUSEUM$126,319,359
JOHN DEERE PLANETARIUMSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097947327$126,319,359
CATICH GALLERYART MUSEUM5633336000$101,072,928
PUTNAM MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5633241933$4,773,813
PUTNAM MUSEUM OF HISTORY AND NATURAL SCIENCENATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM5633241933$4,773,813
RIVER MUSIC EXPERIENCEART MUSEUM5633261333$1,573,643
QUAD CITY BOTANICAL CENTERARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER3097940991$847,791
GERMAN AMERICAN HERITAGE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM5633228844$590,826
NIABI ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETYZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION3097995107$536,069
FAMILY MUSEUM OF ARTS AND SCIENCEART MUSEUM5633444106$499,061
ROCK ISLAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097648590$119,708
BUFFALO BILL MUSEUM OF LE CLAIREHISTORY MUSEUM5632895580$112,952
LE CLAIRE MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM5632894603$112,952
BIX BEIDERBECKE MUSEUM AND WORLD ARCHIVESGENERAL MUSEUM$56,960
HAMPTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF HAMPTON ILLINOISHISTORIC PRESERVATION$29,239
BELGIAN CULTURE CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM3097620167$27,158
COLONEL DAVENPORT HISTORICAL FNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097867336$26,516
ILLINOIS QUAD CITIES LAW ENFORCEMENT MEMORIALHISTORIC PRESERVATION$16,113
CHIPPIANNOCK CEMETERY HERITAGE FOUNDATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097886622$7,161
ANTIQUE ENGINE & TRACTOR ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION13451 IL HWY 923093143603
ARTSPACE GALLERYART MUSEUM3097965469
AUGUSTANA HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
AUGUSTANA OBSERVATORYSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097947327
BLACK HAWK STATE HISTORIC SITEHISTORIC PRESERVATION1510 46TH AVE3097880177
BROADWAY HISTORIC AREA ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION3097861969
BUFFALO BILL CODY HOMESTEADHISTORIC PRESERVATION5632252981
DAVENPORT SCHOOL MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM5633365000
FIGGE ART MUSEUMART MUSEUM5633267804
FOREST GROVE SCHOOL PRESERVATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION204040 FOREST GROVE ROAD5633325859
GOLD COAST-HAMBURG HISTORIC DISTRICT ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION
HAUBERG INDIAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM1510 46TH AVE3097889536
INTERNATIONAL FIRE MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2301 E 11TH ST5633237726
JOHN DEERE PAVILIONGENERAL MUSEUM
LODGE MUSEUM BUILDINGGENERAL MUSEUM3097889536
MOBILE AVIATION HISTORICAL EXHIBITSSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM3097931837
MOLINE PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSEUM OF INDUSTRY AND TRANSPORTATIONGENERAL MUSEUM
PORT BYRON HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
PUTNAM MUSEUM AND SCIENCE CENTERSCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM1717 WEST 12TH STREET
QUAD CITIES AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM
QUAD CITY KIDS & COMPANYCHILDREN'S MUSEUM
ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION
ROCK ISLAND PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATIONROCK ISLAND PRESERVATION SOCIETY3097867917
SCOTT COUNTY HISTORIC PRESERVATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCOTT COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION
USA SODA CAN MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM2132 EAST 11TH STREET5633246137
VANDER VEER BOTANICAL GARDENSARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER214 W CENTRAL PARK AVENUE
WALNUT GROVE PIONEER VILLAGEHISTORIC PRESERVATION5633283283

Libraries in Silvis

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
DAVENPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY321 MAIN ST0.0481,592
BETTENDORF PUBLIC LIBRARY INFORMATION CENTER2950 LEARNING CAMPUS DR0.0372,812
MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY3210 41ST STREET0.0279,056
ROCK ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY401 NINETEENTH STREET0.0233,387
SCOTT COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM200 N 6TH AVE0.0161,571
EAST MOLINE PUBLIC LIBRARY740 SIXTEENTH AVENUE0.075,968
SILVIS PUBLIC LIBRARY105 EIGHTH STREET0.043,200
RIVER VALLEY DISTRICT LIBRARY214 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.036,503
LECLAIRE COMMUNITY LIBRARY323 WISCONSIN ST0.029,174
WESTERN DISTRICT LIBRARY1111 FOURTH STREET0.028,891
COLONA DISTRICT PUBLIC LIBRARY911 FIRST STREET0.028,205
SHERRARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT201 FIFTH AVENUE0.026,000
ROBERT R JONES PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT900 FIRST STREET0.019,800
CORDOVA DISTRICT LIBRARY402 MAIN AVENUE0.016,570
CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT212 WEST CENTER STREET0.08,692
MOORE MEMORIAL LIBRARY DISTRICT509 MAIN STREET0.01,539

Farmers Markets in Silvis

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bettendorf Farmers' Market2117 State St.05/02/2019 to 10/31/2019Mon: 2:30 AM-5:30 AM;Thu: 2:30 AM-5:30 AM;Visit
Davenport Farmers' MarketNorth Park Mall east entrance05/01/2019 to 10/30/2019Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit
DeWitt Farmers MarketLincoln Park
East Moline Farmers Market1112 42nd Ave.May to OctoberWed:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;Sat:8:00 am - 12:00 pm;Visit
Freight House Farmers' Market421 W. River Drive, Last Suite-Closest to Playground01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016Tue: 3:00 PM-6:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sun: 10:00 AM-2:00 PM;YesVisit
Home Grown Market on the Square321 West 2nd AvenueVisit
Skeleton Key Farmers' Market520 18th Street06/07/2015 to 10/11/2015Sun: 12:00 PM-3:00 PM;

Hotels in Silvis

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Comfort Inn & Suites

Restaurants in Silvis

7 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

11th Hour Bar and Grill
Egg Parlor
Fields of Pizza
Godfather's Pizza
Hungry Hobo - East Moline/Silvis
La Herradura
Rudy's Tacos

Gas Stations in Silvis

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Hy-Vee Gas
Shell

Banks in Silvis

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blackhawk Bank & Trust
IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union
TBK Bank

Gyms in Silvis

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

US #13756732419

Golf Courses in Silvis

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Short Hills Country Club

Breweries in Silvis

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Blue Cat Brew PubBars & Clubs, Brewery Downtown Rock Island, Brewery, Food & Entertainment113 18th St3097888247Visit
Carole'sCocktail Lounges, IA, Davenport Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Restaurants & Bars, Cockt2735 Telegraph Rd5633229179Visit
Chuck's TapCocktail Lounges, IA, Davenport Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Cockt1731 W 6th St5633220879
Circle Tap TheRestaurants, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges1345 W Locust5633229276
City Limits Saloon & GrillRestaurants, American Restaurants, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Take Ou4514 Ninth St3097864889Visit
Front Street BreweryBars, Bars & Clubs, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Banquet Halls & Reception Facil208 E River Dr5633221569, 5633223483Visit
Front Street Brewery (freight House)Brewery421 W River Dr
Gallery TheBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Daven3727 Esplanade Ave5633919784
Geezer's Draft HouseBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Daven1654 W 3rd St5633283702
Governor's Neighborhood Pub and GrillAmerican Restaurant, Brewery, Bar, American Restaurant, Bar, and Brewery3470 Middle Rd5633326699
Gravy's Bar and GrillCocktail Lounges, IA, Davenport Bars, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Restaurants & B1902 Rockingham Rd5633282927Visit
Great River BreweryBrewery and Bar332 E 2nd St5633235210Visit
Green Tree BreweryBreweries, Food & Drink309 N Cody Rd5637291164
Hawkeye Tap IA, Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Davenport Cock4646 Cheyenne Ave5633913096Visit
Jeno's Little HungaryBreweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge Restaurants, Daven4908 N Pine St5633916973
New Opendore TapDavenport Pubs, IA, Cocktail Lounges, drinking, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & B2148 W 3rd St5633233600
Radicle Effect BrewerksBrewery College Hill District1340 31st St3092637605

Nursing Homes in Silvis

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ILLINI RESTORATIVE CARE
1455 HOSPITAL ROAD
Non profit - Corporation 92 74 2/5 - 5/5 3/5 3097927614
ASPEN REHAB & HEALTH CARE
1403 9TH AVENUE
For profit - Corporation 63 46 1/5 - 1/5 3/5 3097962600

Pharmacies in Silvis

5 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
COSGRAVE PHARMACY INCORPORATED 908 1ST AVENUE 309-792-9527
HY-VEE 2001 5TH STREET 309-792-1531
ILLINI CLINIC PHARMACY 855 ILLINI DRIVE 309-792-7002
JEWEL-OSCO - 3088 1312 JOHN DEERE EXPRESSWAY 309-792-5990
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 4511 1601 18TH STREET 309-796-3673

EV Charging Stations in Silvis

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
Silvis City Hall1100 1st AveNon-Networked1J1772public
Silvis Public Library806 1st AveNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in Silvis

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
(Geneseo) 1320 1600TH ST NGTOWER126
(Geneseo) 1320 1600TH ST NGTOWER126
25520 162nd AvenueTOWER91
25520 162nd AvenueTOWER91
25520 162 AVETOWER91
5801 CHAPEL HILL RDTOWER91
5801 CHAPEL HILL RDTOWER91
(Princeton) 24118 270th AvenueLTOWER91
(Princeton) 24118 270th AvenueLTOWER91

Fire Stations in Silvis

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
City of Silvis Fire Department2010 10TH STMostly volunteer309-792-4815

Bridges in Silvis

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199916811,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete continuous199916811,800F
CulvertConcrete19992511,600G
CulvertConcrete2000389,850G

Amtrak Stations in Silvis

3 Amtrak stations.

StationAddressType
Davenport, IA304 W. River DriveBUS
Moline, IL1200 River DriveBUS
Rock Island, IL3500 5th AvenueBUS

Superfund Sites Near Silvis

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARCONIC US LLC4879 STATE STREETSCOTT
IPSCO STEEL, INC1706 BRADY ST.MUSCATINE
NOVELIS ALR ALUMINUM, LLC (NOVELIS DAVENPORT CASTING)2101 JM MORRIS BLVDSCOTT
ROCK ISLAND LIQUID FUELS INC2525 4TH AVENUEROCK ISLAND

Airports Near Silvis

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Quad City International AirportMLIMedium Airport
Southeast Iowa Regional AirportBRLMedium Airport
Beulah Land Farm Airport-Small Airport
Black Airport-Small Airport
Block Airport-Small Airport
Cady Aerial Restricted Landing Area-Small Airport
Clinton Municipal AirportCWISmall Airport
Davenport Municipal AirportDVNSmall Airport
Doering's Port Airport-Small Airport
Edwin G. Bennett Airport-Small Airport
Erie Air Park-Small Airport
Foxfield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Frank's Flying Service Airport-Small Airport
Frazier Airport-Small Airport
Galesburg Municipal AirportGBGSmall Airport
Gen-Airpark-Small Airport
Gibson Restricted Landing Area-Small Airport
Giggity Acres Airport-Small Airport
Gillen Airport-Small Airport
Herb Tautz Airport-Small Airport
Hillside Stables Airport-Small Airport
Hoerr Restricted Landing Area-Small Airport
Jackson Field-Small Airport
Janssen Airport-Small Airport
Kewanee Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Kingfield Airport-Small Airport
M.A.M Trail Airport-Small Airport
Maas Airstrip-Small Airport
Maquoketa Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Marine Farms Field-Small Airport
Mathews Memorial Airport-Small Airport
McNeal's Field-Small Airport
Mercer County Airport-Small Airport
Monmouth Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Muscatine Municipal AirportMUTSmall Airport
Nemo Field-Small Airport
Phil's Airstrip-Small Airport
Ritter Field-Small Airport
Sharar Field-Small Airport
Sneek Airport-Small Airport
Stella Airport-Small Airport
Stutzke Airport-Small Airport
Swan Valley Farm Airport-Small Airport
Thompson Airport-Small Airport
Tri Township Airport-Small Airport
Tri-County Airport-Small Airport
Village Oaks Airport-Small Airport
Weihler Airport-Small Airport
Whiteside County Airport - Joseph H Bittorf FieldSQISmall Airport
Wolford's Airport-Small Airport

Police Stations in Silvis

11 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bettendorf City Police Department
Davenport Police Department
Eldridge Police Department
Illinois State Police Troop 2 - East Moline Post800 Hillcrest Road
Le Claire Police Department
Long Grove Police Department
Moline Police Department
Princeton Police Department311 3rd Street
Rock Island County Jail and Sheriff's Department1317 3rd Avenue
Rock Island Police Department
Scott County Sheriffs Office

Grocery Stores in Silvis

19 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
7-Eleven Store 34467JConvenience Store1007 1st St.
Aldi 67084Supermarket1210 18th St
Big 10 Mart 15Convenience Store2301 John Deere Rd
CASEY'S 4570Convenience Store4205 7th St
Circle K 4701212Convenience Store1827 18th Ave
DOLLAR GENERAL 4104Other657 Avenue of the Cities
Dollar Tree 7040Other1312 John Deere Expy
Express Lane Gas & Food Mart 30Convenience Store2101 Hospital Rd
Git-N-Go 15Convenience Store1104 Avenue of the Cities
Hy-Vee Foods 1600Super Store2001 5th St Ste 51
Hy-Vee Gas 5600Convenience Store500 17th St
Jewel Food Store 3088Supermarket1312 John Deere Expy
QC Mart - SilvisConvenience Store1440 1st Ave
San Luis Food MarketGrocery Store818 1st Ave
Silvis MartConvenience Store426 1st Ave
Walgreens 9515Other1301 Avenue of the Cities
Walmart Supercenter 4511Super Store1601 18th St
World Food MarketGrocery Store669 Avenue of the Cities
Yaso Inc.Convenience Store4149 7th St

Treatment Centers in Silvis

12 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Abbey LLCSubstance Abuse563-355-4707
Center for Alc and Drug Services Inc - Rock Island Adult OutpatientSubstance Abuse309-788-4571
Center for Alcohol and Drug Services - Fairmount Office DavenportSubstance Abuse563-322-2667
Genesis Medical Center - West Central ParkBoth563-421-2990
Robert Young CenterMental Health309-779-2043
Robert Young CenterMental Health309-779-2043
Transitions Mental Health Services - HilltopMental Health309-429-6231
Transitions Mental Health Services - Residential/Main BuildingMental Health309-283-1228
Transitions Mental Health Services - TROCMental Health309-283-1228
Trinity Medical Center - Robert Young CenterSubstance Abuse309-779-2043
Vera French - Community MH CenterBoth563-383-1900
Vera French - Sheridan SpringsMental Health563-345-6670

DOL Wage Violations in Silvis

4 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $9,802 in back wages owed to 14 employees.

4
Violations
$9,802
Back Wages Owed
14
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
Miller Trucking & Excavating Company - - 61282 - 1 $5,115 $1,279 4
Genesis Illini Campus - - 61282 - 1 $3,257 $3,257 1
The Doc's Inn Bar & Grill - - 61282 - 1 $1,224 $153 8
Tuttle Autobody - - 61282 - 1 $206 $206 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Silvis

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
BIBLE HOLINESS CHURCH OF SILVIS1705 14TH ST
CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH1301 19TH ST
FELLOWSHIP TEMPLEPO BOX 283
SIKH RELIGIOUS SOCIETY IN QUAD CITY INC1605 14TH ST
THE CHURCH OF JESUS CHRISTRR 2 BOX 563

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Frequently Asked Questions About Silvis

What is the population of Silvis?

Silvis has a population of 7,939 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,851 people per square mile, spread across 4.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.6% female and 46.4% male.

Is Silvis expensive to live in?

Silvis has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $67,569, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,300 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $975 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 Silvis safe?

Public safety is a concern in Silvis, with a violent crime rate of 703 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,229 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Silvis receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Silvis?

Silvis has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 23°F in January, while summers reach an average of 75°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.1 inches, with 28.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Silvis?

Silvis has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,391. There are 2,880 business establishments in the area, including 375 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 3.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Silvis?

The median home value in Silvis is $161,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $156,120. For renters, the median monthly rent is $975. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 54.2%. The average annual property tax is $6,655.

How are the schools in Silvis?

Schools in Silvis have an average test score of 4.6 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 16.8% of adults in Silvis hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. 8.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Silvis?

The obesity rate in Silvis is 40.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.8% of adults are smokers. 25.0% are physically inactive. 21.8% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 90.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,042.

What is transportation like in Silvis?

The average commute in Silvis is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.7% of workers drive alone to work, 2% use public transit, and 3.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Silvis?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Silvis is 77.6% White, 6.1% Black or African American, 5% Hispanic or Latino. 90.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 9.9% speak Spanish. 11.7% of the population are military veterans. 14.2% of residents have a disability. 96.7% have health insurance coverage.

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