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Worden, IL

Illinois · Madison County · St. Louis Metro

Worden is a small town in Illinois with a population of 983. Residents earn $79,732 per year, which is 6% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
983 Population 1,385/sq mi density
$79,732 Median Income $40,526 per capita
$136,200 Home Value $297,771 Zillow
$813 Median Rent 34.2% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
138 Violent Crime/100K 1,320 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$79,732 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,200 home value, $813/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
138 violent crimes/100K (64% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $79,732
6% higher than US avg
Home Value $136,200
52% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 138/100K
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population983
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density1,385/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$79,732
Per Capita$40,526
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$16,575M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,200
Rent$813
Ownership89.1%
Zillow$297,771
Housing Units464
Rent Burden34.2%

Crime

F
Violent138/100K
Property1,320/100K

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking12.8%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation569 ft (173 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+94.8%
Graduate+5.0%
School Score5.29

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 42%
Commute30 min
Broadband85.7%
EV Stations5
Libraries19

Is Worden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Worden receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Worden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Worden is $79,732, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Worden is $136,200, 52% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Worden is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,320 per 100,000, 33% below the national average.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

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

Worden has a population of 983 with a density of 1,385 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 43.9% female and 56.1% male. The city is predominantly White (97.2%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.5% of residents. 8.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 97.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

983
Total Population
1,385
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.1%
Female 43.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Worden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish 2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Worden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Worden is $79,732, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $40,526. The average weekly wage is $1,099, 23% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,398 business establishments, including 627 restaurants. The cost of living index is 100, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 3.8% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Worden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,732
6% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,526
Avg Weekly Wage$1,099
IRS Avg AGI$77,601
Gini Index0.444 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,398
County GDP$16,575M

Business (County)

Restaurants627
Healthcare682
Retail741
Manufacturing169

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.6 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Worden is $136,200, 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,771, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $813 (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. 89.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 464 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1961. The average annual property tax is $6,460 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 34.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,200
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$297,771

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden34.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership89.1%
Owner-Occupied89.1%
Renter-Occupied10.9%
Housing Units464
Median Year Built1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,460
85% above US avg
Effective Rate4.74%
In Worden, 36.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 8.5% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 5.0% of residents. 29.6% have high blood pressure. 12.8% are current smokers. 21.4% report binge drinking. 19.1% are physically inactive, below the national average. 23.4% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 17.7% experience frequent mental distress. 6.8% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,099. The dentist ratio is 1:1,035. 87.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.5 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD5.8%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking21.4%
Physical Inactivity19.1%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,099
Dentists1:1,035
Mental Health1:376
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits66.0%
Premature Death9,159/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities682
Worden has a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, 64% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,320 per 100,000, 33% below the U.S. average. The county recorded 34 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Worden receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent137.9/100K
64% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property1,319.7/100K
33% below US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
Traffic Accidents85
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Worden enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. The area receives 11.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 569 feet.

Temperature

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

Geography

Elevation569 ft (173 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,385/sq mi
Coordinates38.9311°N, 89.8402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyMadison County County
Nearest AirportSt Louis Regional (ALN)
11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 43.4"
14% above US avg
Snowfall 11.2"
Wettest Month (May) 4.13"
Driest Month (Jan) 1.93"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0502 ppm
SO₂ (Sulfur Dioxide)1.30 ppb
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Moderate
Risk Score93.4 / 100
Social Vulnerability25.9 / 100
Community Resilience86.2 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

Earthquake History

39 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.3 on May 13, 2025.

Jun 7, 2011 18 km NNW of Potosi, Missouri M3.9 133 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 59 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 139 km
Aug 27, 1993 5 km SSE of Olympian Village, Missouri M3.3 107 km
May 13, 2025 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois M3.3 139 km
Apr 6, 1994 2 km NE of Tamaroa, Illinois M3.2 102 km
Oct 24, 1990 5 km ENE of Woodlawn, Illinois M3.2 100 km
Jan 29, 1993 7 km WNW of Brownstown, Illinois M3.2 71 km
May 2, 2003 10 km ENE of Thompsonville, Illinois M3.2 148 km
Jul 1, 2017 9 km SSE of Mulberry Grove, Illinois M3.1 54 km
Jan 23, 1991 3 km WSW of Logan, Illinois M3.1 139 km
Feb 28, 1994 5 km NW of Harrison, Illinois M3.0 129 km
Jun 27, 2005 6 km E of Grand Tower, Illinois M3.0 149 km
Sep 5, 2004 3 km WNW of Saint Peter, Illinois M2.9 82 km
May 18, 2006 9 km SSE of De Soto, Missouri M2.9 115 km
Sep 5, 1995 3 km N of Woodlawn, Illinois M2.9 94 km
Apr 24, 1990 5 km SW of Newton, Illinois M2.9 142 km
Apr 29, 2022 1 km SSW of Peerless Park, Missouri M2.8 73 km
Mar 28, 2024 1 km NNE of Germantown, Illinois M2.8 48 km
May 5, 2008 3 km SSE of Fenton, Missouri M2.8 70 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

671 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 58 fatalities, 1,149 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Nov 17, 2013 EF4 66 km 2
Apr 22, 2011 EF4 60 km 0
Apr 3, 1981 EF4 34 km 0
Jan 24, 1967 EF4 68 km 3
Feb 10, 1959 EF4 80 km 21
Dec 18, 1957 EF4 98 km 1
Jun 14, 1957 EF4 92 km 2
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 27 km 6
Dec 10, 2021 EF3 100 km 1
Dec 1, 2018 EF3 66 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 30 km 0
May 31, 2013 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 19, 2011 EF3 57 km 0
Dec 31, 2010 EF3 73 km 1
Mar 11, 2006 EF3 100 km 0
Jun 1, 1999 EF3 46 km 1
Nov 15, 1988 EF3 37 km 0
Nov 15, 1988 EF3 76 km 0
Apr 29, 1984 EF3 93 km 0
May 1, 1983 EF3 43 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 34°F (1°C) 1.9 in Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 2.1 in Coldest
March 43°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 54°F (12°C) 3.7 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 3.8 in
July 79°F (26°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
October 56°F (14°C) 2.8 in
November 44°F (7°C) 3.3 in
December 33°F (0°C) 3.0 in

Worden has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 33°F in February to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and January the driest (1.9").

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Worden is located in Madison County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 17.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 49% below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 55.8% of the vote, a 13.3-point margin. 85.7% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 19 public libraries serving the community. 682 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.8%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 13.3 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)34
Traffic Accidents85
Avg Accident Severity2.8 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+94.8%
Graduate Degree+5.0%
School Test Score5.29
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1Metro / 1 million+
Population Density1,385/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyMadison County County

Services

Broadband Access85.7%
Avg Download Speed135.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed18.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries19
Healthcare Facilities682
Restaurants627
Retail Stores741

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.6 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.8%
Average costs for common services in Worden. 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)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,200 ($600–$2,500)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $1,000 ($500–$2,000)
After-School Care (Monthly) $400 ($200–$700)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $50 ($25–$100)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $1,000 ($400–$2,500)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $12,500 ($5,000–$30,000)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $60 ($30–$100)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $100 ($50–$200)
Dog Grooming $60 ($30–$100)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $40 ($20–$75)
Dog Spay/Neuter $300 ($150–$500)
Cat Spay/Neuter $200 ($100–$400)
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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant$1,248
Toddler$1,018
Preschool$902
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant$783
Toddler$748
Preschool$675
Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Madison County

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

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 15,366 591 $60,070 1.02
Transportation & Warehousing 12,203 231 $58,033 2.74
Retail Trade 11,991 686 $37,015 1.14
Accommodation & Food Services 11,107 573 $22,457 1.16
Manufacturing 9,524 194 $85,621 1.10
Construction 6,696 576 $79,540 1.21
Administrative & Waste Services 4,873 278 $48,530 0.79
Professional & Technical Services 3,777 498 $99,884 0.52
Other Services 3,627 570 $38,705 1.15
Wholesale Trade 3,127 198 $72,223 0.75
Finance & Insurance 2,791 304 $71,976 0.65
Arts & Entertainment 1,678 114 $27,098 0.95
Educational Services 1,021 65 $29,424 0.47
Utilities 823 24 $128,215 2.06
Real Estate 770 186 $61,706 0.47
Information & Technology 553 60 $74,331 0.28
Management of Companies 384 17 $92,943 0.22
Agriculture & Forestry 197 45 $36,538 0.23
Mining & Oil/Gas 132 14 $79,864 0.33
Unclassified 9 11 $35,316 0.06

Schools in Worden

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Worden Elementary School Elementary 277 15 18.5:1
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Radio Stations near Worden

7 stations within ~55 km.

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

Campgrounds Near Worden

4 campgrounds found near Worden.

NameRatingSitesPrice
DAM EAST SPILLWAY (DAY USE) 5.0/5 1 $30
Dam West Campground 4.6/5 108 $20–$60
DAM WEST DAY USE 4.0/5 2 $30
DAM WEST SPILLWAY — 1 $30

National Parks Near Worden

23 national parks and monuments found near Worden.

ParkTypeFee
Beaver Dam State Park State Park Free
Blue Bird Park State Park Free
Cahokia Mounds State Historical Site State Park Free
Castlewood State Park State Park Free
Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park State Park Free
Edward "ted" And Pat Jones-confluence Point State Park State Park Free
Fort De Chartres State Park State Park Free
Frank Holten State Park State Park Free
Gateway Arch National Park National Park $19
Horshoe Lake State Park State Park Free
Lincoln Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Pere Marquette State Park State Park Free
Pool No. 26 - Stump Lake State Park Free
Prairie du Rocher Precinct State Park Free
Pyramid State Recreation Area State Park Free
Robertsville State Park State Park Free
Route 66 State Park State Park Free
Saint Francois State Park State Park Free
Spitler Woods State Park Free
Springfield 1908 Race Riot National Monument National Monument Free
Ste. Geneviève National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Ulysses S Grant National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Washington State Park State Park Free

Museums in Worden

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CHILDREN'S MUSEUM OF EDWARDSVILLECHILDREN'S MUSEUM6186922094$130,676
LITCHFIELD MUSEUM & ROUTE 66 WELCOME CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM334 HISTORIC OLD ROUTE 66 NORTH2173243510$111,974
COLONEL BENJAMIN STEPHENSONHISTORIC PRESERVATION6186921818$79,765
COLONEL BENJAMIN STEPHENSON HOUSEHISTORIC PRESERVATION409 S BUCHANAN ST6186921818$79,765
EDWARDSVILLE WATERSHED NATUREARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER1591 TOWER AVE6186927578$69,302
HIGHLAND HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6186545183$57,391
EDWARDSVILLE ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM6186550337$57,050
MADISON COUNTY HISTORICAL MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION6186567562$27,355
MADISON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUMHISTORIC PRESERVATION7156624678$27,355
VETERANS MEMORIAL TRUST FUNDHISTORIC PRESERVATION$8,869
BUNKER HILL HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION114 E WARREN STREET6185854718
CONOCO PHILLIPS WOOD RIVERGENERAL MUSEUM6182553718
ERWIN H WEDER MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6186541761
MADISON COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION715 N MAIN STREET6186562299
PEOPLE OF THE MOUNTAINSHISTORIC PRESERVATION
SOULSBY STATION SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION710 WEST FIRST ST
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT EDWARDSVILLE GALLERIES - ADW GALLERYART MUSEUM8883285168
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY AT EDWARDSVILLE GALLERIES - MORRIS UNIVERSITY CENTER GALLERYART MUSEUM8883285168
SOUTHWESTERN FARM & HOME MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUMPARK ST6187293278
U.S. SENATOR PAUL SIMON MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM6186673873
WOOD RIVER REFINERY HISTORY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM900 S CENTRAL AVE6182553718

Libraries in Worden

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
EDWARDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY112 SOUTH KANSAS STREET0.0239,286
GLEN CARBON CENTENNIAL LIBRARY198 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.092,724
LOUIS LATZER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY1001 NINTH STREET0.081,322
TRI-TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT209 SOUTH MAIN STREET0.071,355
BETHALTO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT321 SOUTH PRAIRIE STREET0.070,000
ROXANA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT200 NORTH CENTRAL AVENUE0.038,921
LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT400 NORTH STATE STREET0.028,418
MARYVILLE COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT8 SCHIBER COURT0.019,374
MOUNT OLIVE PUBLIC LIBRARY100 NORTH PLUM STREET0.013,000
STAUNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY306 WEST MAIN STREET0.012,000
BUNKER HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT220 EAST WARREN STREET0.010,182
GILLESPIE PUBLIC LIBRARY201 WEST CHESTNUT STREET0.07,250
FRANK BERTETTI BENLD PUBLIC LIBRARY308 EAST CENTRAL AVENUE0.06,400
WORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT111 EAST WALL STREET0.04,763

Farmers Markets in Worden

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Highland Farmers Market907 Main Street06/13/2013 to 10/03/2013Thu: 4:00 PM-7:00 PM;Visit
Maryville Farmers Market1 Schiber Ct.05/03/2018 to 10/11/2018Thu: 4:30 PM-7:30 PM;Visit
The Land of Goshen Community Market138 St. Louis St05/13/2017 to 10/21/2017Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;YesVisit

Breweries in Worden

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
RailshakeBrewery and Bar504 Walnut St
Recess BrewingBars, Tourist Information & Attractions, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Food & Drink, Amusement307 N Main St6183075966, 6186925101Visit

Ski Resorts Near Worden

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Cell Towers in Worden

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
488 HIGHWAY 16 (84734)GTOWER106
488 HIGHWAY 16 (84734)GTOWER106
1 LAGOON RD. (42113)LTOWER98
850 FT. NW OF INT MICK RDTOWER91
850 FT. NW OF INT MICK RDTOWER91
21509 LAKE KAHO ROAD BLDG 2 (14586)LTOWER81
21509 LAKE KAHO ROAD BLDG 2 (14586)LTOWER81
301 W. WARREN ST. (101112)MTOWER60
301 W. WARREN ST. (101112)MTOWER60
200' NORTH STATE ROUTE 138TOWER59
200' NORTH STATE ROUTE 138TOWER59
6245A SAINT JAMES DRIVE (56695)LTOWER54
3712 F STATE ROUTE 160 (78869)MTOWER48
301 NORTH MADISON (72675)LTOWER43
301 NORTH MADISON (72675)LTOWER43
(DT Litchfield) 61 Worksaver TrailLTOWER36

Fire Stations in Worden

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Prairietown Fire Department8452 Prairietown RDVolunteer618-888-2436
Worden Fire Department127 W Wall STVolunteer618-459-3235

Bridges in Worden

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete continuous19712531,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19552914,200G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete19531981,650G
CulvertConcrete continuous1975271,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2010267300G
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1988182275P
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete1988362275F
CulvertSteel198625200F
CulvertSteel19803575G

Superfund Sites Near Worden

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
THE PREMCOR REFINING GROUP, INC. - VALERO TERMINALING AND DISTRIBUTION COMPANY201 EAST HAWTHORNE STREETMADISON
THE PREMCOR REFINING GROUP, INC. - VALERO TERMINALING AND DISTRIBUTION COMPANY201 EAST HAWTHORNE STREETMADISON

Airports Near Worden

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
St. Louis Lambert International AirportSTLLarge Airport
Scott AFB/Midamerica AirportBLVMedium Airport
St Louis Regional AirportALNMedium Airport
Aero Estates Airport—Small Airport
Alan B. Janssen Airport—Small Airport
Arnold Ultralightport—Small Airport
Ben Emge Airport—Small Airport
Bickel Airport—Small Airport
Brammeier Airport—Small Airport
Burns Field—Small Airport
Centralia Municipal AirportENLSmall Airport
Christian Outreach Airfield—Small Airport
Compton Airport—Small Airport
Creve Coeur Airport—Small Airport
Donald A. Hamilton Airport—Small Airport
Duclos RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Fischer's RLA Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Flight Park Inc Airport—Small Airport
Furfaro Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Greenville AirportGRESmall Airport
Hammock Field—Small Airport
Hartwell Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Herschel Hunter Airport—Small Airport
Highland-Winet Airport—Small Airport
Holzwarth Flying Service Airport—Small Airport
Horsefeathers Ranch Airport—Small Airport
Jerseyville Aviation Inc Airport—Small Airport
Justison Airport—Small Airport
Killam Flying Service Airport—Small Airport
King Airport—Small Airport
Kleinik RLA Airport—Small Airport
Koenig Airport—Small Airport
Lindauer Airport—Small Airport
Lindell Loveless Airport—Small Airport
Litchfield Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Mc Christy Airport—Small Airport
Moders Airport—Small Airport
Mueller Airport—Small Airport
Murphy Farms Airport—Small Airport
Nelson Airport—Small Airport
O K Flying Club Inc Airport—Small Airport
Prairie Airport—Small Airport
Ralph Jacobs Airport—Small Airport
Raymond Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport
Sackman Field—Small Airport
Schaller Airport—Small Airport
Shubert Airport—Small Airport
Sies Landing Area Airport—Small Airport
Silver Creek Gliderport—Small Airport
Smith Restricted Landing Area—Small Airport

Police Stations in Worden

13 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bethalto Police Department
Bunker Hill Police Department801 South Franklin Street
Edwardsville Police Department333 South Main Street
Edwardsville Public Safety Building / Police Department333 South Main Street
Glen Carbon Police Department149 North Main St
Highland Police Department12990 Troxler Avenue
Illinois State Police Troop 8 - Litchfield Post102 IL-16
Madison County Sheriff405 Randle Street
Maryville Police Department
Pontoon Beach Police Department3 Regency Parkway
Roxana Police Department310 North Central Avenue
Wood River Police550 Madison Avenue
Wood River Police550 East Madison Avenue

Grocery Stores in Worden

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Worden Food & LiquorConvenience Store114 E Wall St

Post Offices in Worden

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Worden Post Office

Treatment Centers in Worden

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alternatives Counseling IncMental Health618-288-8085
Macoupin County Public Health Departme - Maple Street ClinicBoth217-854-3223
Macoupin County Public Health Dept - Saint Francis Way ClinicSubstance Abuse217-854-3223

Churches & Religious Organizations in Worden

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 249
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCHPO BOX 296
TRINITY-ST PAUL LUTHERAN SCHOOL6961 W FRONTAGE RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Worden

What is the population of Worden?

Worden has a population of 983 residents and is located in Illinois. The population density is 1,385 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 43.9% female and 56.1% male.

Is Worden expensive to live in?

Worden has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 100 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $79,732, 6% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $136,200 (52% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Worden safe?

Worden is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 138 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,320 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Worden receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Worden?

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

How is the job market in Worden?

Worden has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,099. There are 5,398 business establishments in the area, including 627 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 3.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Worden?

The median home value in Worden is $136,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $297,771. For renters, the median monthly rent is $813. Fair market rent is $854 for a 1-bedroom and $1,063 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 89.1%. The average annual property tax is $6,460.

How are the schools in Worden?

Schools in Worden score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 17.2% of adults in Worden hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. 5.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Worden?

The obesity rate in Worden is 36.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 12.8% of adults are smokers. 19.1% are physically inactive. 23.4% of residents report depression. 6.8% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 87.6% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,099.

What is transportation like in Worden?

The average commute in Worden is 30 minutes. 86.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Worden?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Worden is 97.2% White, 1% Black or African American. 97.5% of residents speak only English at home. 8.2% of the population are military veterans. 15.2% of residents have a disability. 97.0% have health insurance coverage.

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