Mercer County, IL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
3/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
15,619
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
70.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$71,710
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$139,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$539
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$590
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.9%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
4
Illinois
4
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Illinois
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 22 |
| Feb | 2 | 6 | 26 |
| Mar | 3 | 3 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 60 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 39 |
| Dec | 2 | 6 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 47% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (49%) (47%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 57%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 47, IL State House District 94, ILSchools
Apollo Elem School
1 miles, W
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1.4
Mercer County Intermediate School
1 miles, W
•
1.4
Mercer County High School
1 miles, SW
•
2.8
Mercer County Jr High School
7 miles, W
•
1.4
Colleges
Monmouth College
21 miles, S
•
2.3
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
21 miles, NE
Augustana College
23 miles, NE
•
3.2
Carl Sandburg College
23 miles, SE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Genesis Medical Center, Aledo
<1 miles, W
•
4.1
Osf Holy Family Medical Center
20 miles, S
•
4.1
Trinity-Rock Island
21 miles, NE
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3.2
Trinity Muscatine
23 miles, NW
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4.1
Airports
Quad City International Airport
21 miles, NE
•
1.4
General Downing-Peoria International Airport
66 miles, SE
•
1.4
The Eastern Iowa Airport
69 miles, NW
•
1.4
Dubuque Regional Airport
83 miles, NE
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