New Boston Township, 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
4/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
4/10
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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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- 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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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- 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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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
1,138
332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$51,513
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
42 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$128,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$363
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$556
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Mercer County
1
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
4
Illinois
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Mercer County
1
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Illinois
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 22 |
| Feb | 2 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 3 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 3 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| 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 | 7 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% 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%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 61%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 47, IL State House District 94, ILSchools
New Boston Elem School
2 miles, S
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1.4
Mercer County Jr High School
6 miles, SE
•
1.4
Wapello Senior High School
10 miles, W
•
4.6
Wapello Junior High School
10 miles, W
•
4.1
Colleges
Monmouth College
27 miles, S
•
2.3
Southeastern Community College
28 miles, SW
•
1.4
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
30 miles, E
Augustana College
31 miles, E
•
3.2
Hospitals
Genesis Medical Center, Aledo
12 miles, E
•
4.1
Trinity Muscatine
16 miles, N
•
4.1
Osf Holy Family Medical Center
26 miles, S
•
4.1
Great River Medical Center
29 miles, SW
•
3.2
Airports
Quad City International Airport
30 miles, E
•
1.4
The Eastern Iowa Airport
60 miles, N
•
1.4
General Downing-Peoria International Airport
77 miles, SE
•
1.4
Dubuque Regional Airport
84 miles, NE
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