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Watseka, IL

Illinois · Iroquois County

Watseka is a small town in Illinois with a population of 4,630. Residents earn $42,794 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,630 Population 1,575/sq mi density
$42,794 Median Income $26,119 per capita
$104,400 Home Value $108,108 Zillow
$815 Median Rent 32.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
333 Violent Crime/100K 2,870 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$42,794 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,400 home value, $815/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
333 violent crimes/100K (12% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $42,794
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,400
63% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 333/100K
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $815
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.6%
34% higher than US avg

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

People

Population4,630
Median Age46.4 yrs
Density1,575/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,794
Per Capita$26,119
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty16.6%
County GDP$1,425M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,400
Rent$815
Ownership63.0%
Zillow$108,108
Housing Units2,306
Rent Burden32.3%

Crime

F
Violent333/100K
Property2,870/100K
Murder20.8/100K
Assault83/100K
Burglary520/100K

Health

Obesity44.9%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking23.0%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation641 ft (195 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute17 min
Broadband82.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Watseka a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Watseka receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Watseka has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Watseka is $42,794, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Watseka is $104,400, 63% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $815 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

Violent crime in Watseka is below the national average at 333 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,870 per 100,000, 46% above the national average.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Watseka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches, including 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Watseka has a population of 4,630 with a density of 1,575 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.9% female and 45.1% male. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 1.2% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.1% of residents, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are veterans. 28.3% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

4,630
Total Population
1,575
People / sq mi
46.4yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Watseka vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.1%
20% above US avg
Spanish 5.9%
56% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Watseka vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Watseka is $42,794, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,119 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $963, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 675 business establishments, including 59 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Watseka vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,794
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,119
Avg Weekly Wage$963
IRS Avg AGI$68,388
Gini Index0.432 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.6%
34% above US avg
Establishments (County)675
County GDP$1,425M

Business (County)

Restaurants59
Healthcare69
Retail70
Manufacturing28

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.8 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Watseka is $104,400, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,108. Monthly rent averages $815 (30% 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. 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,306 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1965. The average annual property tax is $4,558 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 32.3% 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$104,400
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$108,108

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$815
30% below US avg
Rent Burden32.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units2,306
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,558
30% above US avg
Effective Rate4.37%
In Watseka, 44.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.3% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 7.4% of residents, above the national average. 36.8% have high blood pressure. 23.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 18.2% report binge drinking. 31.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 26.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 22.1% experience frequent mental distress. 13.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,353. The dentist ratio is 1:2,941. 38.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD10.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.0%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity31.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Primary Care1:3,353
Dentists1:2,941
Mental Health1:284
Checkup Rate74.4%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death9,715/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access38.6%
Healthcare Facilities69
Watseka has a violent crime rate of 333 per 100,000 residents, 12% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 83.2 per 100,000, robbery at 62.4, rape at 166.4. The murder rate is 20.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 2,870 per 100,000, 46% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,121, burglary at 520, vehicle theft at 229 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Watseka receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent332.7/100K
12% below US avg
Murder20.8/100K
230% above US avg
Rape166.4/100K
Robbery62.4/100K
Assault83.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,869.6/100K
46% above US avg
Burglary519.9/100K
Theft2,121.0/100K
Vehicle Theft228.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents19
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Watseka experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.4 inches. The area receives 17.1 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 641 feet.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation641 ft (195 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density1,575/sq mi
Coordinates40.7751°N, 87.7304°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyIroquois County County
Nearest AirportVermilion Regional (DNV)
40 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.4"
1% above US avg
Snowfall 17.1"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.09"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.57"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.0 / 100
Social Vulnerability34.0 / 100
Community Resilience65.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

10 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 M4.2 124 km
Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 112 km
Feb 10, 2010 2 km NW of Lily Lake, Illinois M3.8 147 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 140 km
Nov 4, 2013 1 km SSW of Lyons, Illinois M3.2 114 km
Dec 17, 1990 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.2 98 km
Jul 15, 2024 2 km WNW of Somonauk, Illinois M3.1 127 km
Dec 16, 1996 3 km NNE of Terre Haute, Indiana M3.1 145 km
Jun 10, 2013 4 km NNE of Virgil, Illinois M2.6 150 km
Mar 15, 2025 6 km W of Dwight, Illinois M2.6 73 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

677 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 70 fatalities, 1,369 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 26, 1994 EF4 74 km 3
Jun 29, 1979 EF4 93 km 0
Mar 20, 1976 EF4 70 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF4 59 km 18
Apr 21, 1967 EF4 100 km 33
Apr 11, 1965 EF4 91 km 0
Apr 17, 1963 EF4 55 km 1
Jun 22, 2015 EF3 81 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 90 km 0
Nov 17, 2013 EF3 71 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 32 km 0
Jun 5, 2010 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 75 km 1
Apr 19, 1996 EF3 90 km 0
Mar 27, 1991 EF3 95 km 0
Apr 27, 1984 EF3 100 km 1
Apr 2, 1982 EF3 37 km 0
Jun 2, 1980 EF3 95 km 1
Jun 25, 1978 EF3 75 km 0
Mar 12, 1976 EF3 25 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 3.0 m (10 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1954 MICHIGAN CITY, IN (LAKE MICHIGAN) Avalanche 3.0 m 7 125 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

9 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 74 km
2000 UNNAMED 1,602 27 km
2021 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE UNIT 3 978 70 km
2024 NORTHEAST PRAIRIE 3 RX 938 72 km
2021 UNNAMED 738 73 km
2021 MIDDLE GRANT CREEK 700 75 km
2019 UNNAMED 698 73 km
2017 UNNAMED 549 75 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 24°F (-4°C) 1.6 in Coldest, Driest
February 28°F (-3°C) 1.6 in
March 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in
April 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 4.1 in
June 71°F (21°C) 4.1 in
July 74°F (23°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
August 72°F (22°C) 3.6 in
September 65°F (19°C) 3.5 in
October 54°F (12°C) 2.8 in
November 41°F (5°C) 3.1 in
December 29°F (-2°C) 2.8 in

Watseka has a seasonal temperature swing of 50°F / from 24°F in January to 74°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.2 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.6").

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Watseka is located in Iroquois County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 11.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 66% below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.9 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78% of the vote, a 57.3-point margin. 82.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 9 public libraries serving the community. 69 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 80.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents19
Avg Accident Severity2.5 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density1,575/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi
CountyIroquois County County

Services

Broadband Access82.9%
Avg Download Speed43.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants59
Retail Stores70

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.8 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit1.1%
Work from Home3.0%
Average costs for common services in Watseka. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $250 ($150–$400)
Specialist Visit $350 ($200–$550)
Urgent Care Visit $200 ($100–$350)
Emergency Room Visit $2,200 ($800–$5,000)
Dental Cleaning $130 ($75–$200)
Dental Filling $250 ($150–$400)
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Auto Repair

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

Home Services

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

Legal

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

Men's Haircut $25 ($15–$45)
Women's Haircut $55 ($30–$100)
Hair Coloring (Full) $150 ($75–$250)
Manicure $25 ($15–$45)
Pedicure $40 ($25–$65)
Massage (1 Hour) $80 ($50–$130)
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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)
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)
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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)
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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Top Industries in Iroquois County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 1,160 66 $31,841 1.58
Wholesale Trade 796 60 $63,048 2.74
Manufacturing 597 29 $98,029 0.99
Construction 456 79 $78,226 1.18
Accommodation & Food Services 435 48 $19,327 0.65
Finance & Insurance 361 35 $66,467 1.21
Other Services 144 47 $45,117 0.65
Professional & Technical Services 132 31 $74,192 0.26
Administrative & Waste Services 105 20 $40,431 0.24
Information & Technology 64 15 $33,023 0.46
Real Estate 20 9 $50,071 0.17
Arts & Entertainment 14 5 $34,576 0.11

Hospitals in Watseka

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
IROQUOIS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Critical Access Hospitals — Yes (815) 432-5201

Schools in Watseka

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Glenn Raymond School Elementary 284 23 12.3:1
Watseka Comm High School High 282 22 12.8:1
Watseka Junior High School Middle 201 17 11.8:1
Wanda Kendall Elem School Elementary 116 7 16.6:1
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Radio Stations near Watseka

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
WPGU alternative, college AAC+ 32 kbps

National Parks Near Watseka

12 national parks and monuments found near Watseka.

ParkTypeFee
Calumet Park State Park Free
Channahon State Park State Park Free
Gebhard Woods State Park State Park Free
Illini State Park State Park Free
Indiana Dunes National Park National Park $20
Indiana Dunes State Park State Park Free
Prophetstown State Park State Park Free
Pullman National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Shades State Park State Park Free
Silver Springs State Park Free
Turkey Run State Park State Park Free
William G. Stratton State Park State Park Free

Museums in Watseka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
IROQUOIS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8154322215$166,817
WATSEKA UNION DEPOTGENERAL MUSEUMBOX 121 S 2ND ST8154324731

Libraries in Watseka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WATSEKA PUBLIC LIBRARY201 SOUTH 4TH STREET0.046,800
CENTRAL CITIZENS' LIBRARY DISTRICT1134 EAST 3100 NORTH ROAD0.028,087
SHELDON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT125 NORTH FIFTH STREET0.015,782
MILFORD DISTRICT LIBRARY2 SOUTH GRANT AVENUE0.014,901
CISSNA PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT511 NORTH SECOND STREET0.05,500
CLIFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY150 EAST FOURTH AVENUE0.02,349
YORK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY8908 WEST 845 NORTH0.0140

Farmers Markets in Watseka

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Watseka Farmers MarketRt 1 and 24Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Visit

Theatres in Watseka

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Watseka Theatre

Gas Stations in Watseka

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Nursing Homes in Watseka

2 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
IROQUOIS RESIDENT HOME, THE
200 FAIRMAN AVENUE
 Non profit - Corporation 42 29 2/5 — 4/5 1/5 8154327768
WATSEKA REHAB & HLTH CARE CTR
715 EAST RAYMOND ROAD
 For profit - Corporation 123 87 1/5 — 2/5 1/5 8154325476

Pharmacies in Watseka

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
CVS - 6679 300 EAST WALNUT STREET 815-432-4172
WAL-MART - 1548 1200 EAST WALNUT STREET 815-432-2208

Cell Towers in Watseka

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
ROUTE 49 3.5 MILES SOUTH ROUTE 24 (72524)GTOWER152
ROUTE 49 3.5 MILES SOUTH ROUTE 24 (72524)GTOWER152
3199 EAST 1750 NORTH ROAD (46548)MTOWER60
3199 EAST 1750 NORTH ROAD (46548)MTOWER60
1823 NORTH 2280 WEST (72550)LTOWER60
1823 NORTH 2280 WEST (72550)LTOWER60

Fire Stations in Watseka

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Watseka Fire Department201 N 5TH STVolunteer815-432-3848

Power Plants Near Watseka

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
IROQUOIS SOLAR 1B LLC CSGSOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC221114-87.8OP

Bridges in Watseka

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19793793,750F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete20153462,600G
CulvertConcrete1953262,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19743451,300F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19652551,200P
SlabConcrete continuous2018701,100G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete200358900G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1986292275G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous1912178200F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198360175F
CulvertConcrete continuous201825150G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20016275G
SlabConcrete19162375F
SlabConcrete19683275F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete20107775F
SlabConcrete19102775P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19874825P

Correctional Facilities in Watseka

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
IROQUOIS COUNTY JAIL550 SOUTH 10TH STREETCOUNTY-99930OPEN

Airports Near Watseka

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Greater Kankakee AirportIKKMedium Airport
Porter County Municipal AirportVPZMedium Airport
University of Illinois Willard AirportCMIMedium Airport
Aero Acres Airport—Small Airport
Alley Oop Airport—Small Airport
Ashby Airport—Small Airport
Benoit Airport—Small Airport
Berns Airport—Small Airport
Blackhawk Airport—Small Airport
Braden Farms Airport—Small Airport
Bult Field—Small Airport
Busboom RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Bushby RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
C D Maulding Airport—Small Airport
Cast Airport—Small Airport
Chicago Glider Club Gliderport—Small Airport
Clarence C Johnson Airport—Small Airport
Classic Landings Airport—Small Airport
Colman Airport—Small Airport
Corn Field—Small Airport
Cottingham Airport—Small Airport
Crown Point Airfield—Small Airport
Culp Farms Airport—Small Airport
Curanda Airport—Small Airport
Day Aero-Place Airport—Small Airport
Dietchweiler Airport—Small Airport
Durflinger Airport—Small Airport
Dwight Airport—Small Airport
Enjoy Field—Small Airport
Frasca Field—Small Airport
Gary Johnson Field—Small Airport
Gessie Airport—Small Airport
Gilmore Airport—Small Airport
Griffith-Merrillville Airport—Small Airport
Harford Airport—Small Airport
Hasselbring Airport—Small Airport
Hawker Airport—Small Airport
Hendrix Airport—Small Airport
Hope Field—Small Airport
Hugh Van Voorst Airport—Small Airport
Jasper County AirportRNZSmall Airport
Jim & Peg Airport—Small Airport
Johnson Airport—Small Airport
Joliet Regional AirportJOTSmall Airport
Jurassic Landings Ultralightport—Small Airport
Kankakee Airport—Small Airport
Kentland Municipal AirportKKTSmall Airport
Lake Village Airport—Small Airport
Leak Airport—Small Airport
Liannimal's Landing—Small Airport

Police Stations in Watseka

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Illinois State Police Troop 5 - Ashkum Post951 North Street
St Anne Police DepaertmentSouth Chicago Avenue

Grocery Stores in Watseka

9 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Berkot's Super Foods 321Super Store1152 E Walnut St
BERRY'S PROCESSING PLANTSpecialty Store522 E Elm St
Casey's General Store 3495Convenience Store417 W Walnut St
CVS 6679Other300 E Walnut St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2842Other400 W Walnut St
Mary's EmporiumOther132 W Walnut St
Sky Food Mart IncConvenience Store540 E Walnut St
Smr Mart LlcConvenience Store750 W Walnut St
Walmart 1548Super Store1790 E Walnut St

Post Offices in Watseka

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Watseka Post OfficeWest Walnut Street

Treatment Centers in Watseka

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Iroquois Mental Health CenterBoth815-432-5241

DOL Wage Violations in Watseka

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $105,534 in back wages owed to 40 employees.

3
Violations
$105,534
Back Wages Owed
40
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
Iroquois Memorial Hospital Ambulance Service — — 60970 — 1 $68,310 $2,440 28
Leonard Trucking — — 60970 — 1 $30,020 $10,007 3
Watseka Mart — — 60970 — 1 $7,203 $800 9

Churches & Religious Organizations in Watseka

12 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
3CS TRAVELING CHAPEL600 W WASHINGTON ST
AGAPE FELLOWSHIP CHURCH425 W NORTH ST
AMAZING GRACE BIBLE CHURCH709 S 2ND ST
CALVARY EV LUTHERAN CHURCH CALVARY LUTH PS120 E HICKORY ST
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH425 E LINCOLN AVE
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH546 N 6TH ST
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD603 W PLEASANT ST
PITTWOOD CHRISTIAN CHURCH1771 E 2200 NORTH RD
PRAIRIEVIEW BIBLE CHURCH570 E GRANT ST
ST EDMUND CATHOLIC CHURCH219 E LOCUST ST
TRINITY CHURCH1658 E WALNUT ST
TRUE VINE MINISTRY INC805 N VIRGINIA ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Watseka

What is the population of Watseka?

Watseka has a population of 4,630 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,575 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 46.4 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 54.9% female and 45.1% male.

Is Watseka expensive to live in?

Watseka has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $42,794, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,400 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $815 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 Watseka safe?

Watseka is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 333 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,870 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Watseka receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Watseka?

Watseka has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 24°F in January, while summers reach an average of 74°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.4 inches, with 17.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Watseka?

Watseka has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $963. There are 675 business establishments in the area, including 59 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 17 minutes, and 3.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Watseka?

The median home value in Watseka is $104,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $108,108. For renters, the median monthly rent is $815. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 63.0%. The average annual property tax is $4,558.

How are the schools in Watseka?

Schools in Watseka score 5.9 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 11.3% of adults in Watseka hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. 1.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Watseka?

The obesity rate in Watseka is 44.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 23.0% of adults are smokers. 31.6% are physically inactive. 26.3% of residents report depression. 13.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 38.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,353.

What is transportation like in Watseka?

The average commute in Watseka is 17 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 80.1% of workers drive alone to work, 1.1% use public transit, and 3.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Watseka?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Watseka is 85.4% White, 1.2% Black or African American, 0.6% Hispanic or Latino. 94.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.9% speak Spanish. 6.9% of the population are military veterans. 28.3% of residents have a disability. 97.1% have health insurance coverage.

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