Kewanee

IL

Henry County, Illinois

Population 49K |Median income $71,911 |2 hospitals

Population
48,643
Henry County
Median Income
$71,911
+6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$151,600
-33% vs avg
Median Age
43.6
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
49K-3%
Median Income
$71,911+36%
Median Home Value
$151,600+38%
Poverty Rate
8.9%-15%
Unemployment
4.8%-16%

Economics

Median Rent
$842/mo
Poverty Rate
8.9% -37% vs avg
Unemployment 4.8%
Bachelor's Degree+ 24.7%
Work From Home 8.7%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 87.9%
Two or More Ethnicities 3.6%
African American 1.1%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
36.9%
High Blood Pressure
36.4%
Short Sleep Duration
34.1%
Physical Inactivity
23.6%
Binge Drinking
18.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
16.2%
Current Smoking
13.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
13.5%
Diabetes
11.9%
Current Asthma
10.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 66.4%
Annual Checkup 78.5%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
7.9%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.2%
Stroke
3.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution
★★★★★
1
★★★★
0
★★★
0
★★
0
★
0
Average Rating
5/5
Total Hospitals
2
With ER
1
OSF SAINT LUKE MEDICAL CENTER
KEWANEE · Critical Access Hospitals · ER
★★★★★

Alerts & News — Kewanee Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Warnings high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Sydney and Wollondilly/Wingecarribee: Flash Flooding and Large Hail Possible

BOM · 1h ago
Weather Alerts

Fog Advisory Issued for Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale

ECCC · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Planned Hazard Reduction Burn Underway Near Belford in Singleton Council Area

NSW RFS · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Flood Warning Issued for Thorn Creek in Cook County Through Monday Afternoon

NOAA · 12h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Lake Erie Waters from The Islands to Willowick

NOAA · 1d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Kewanee, IL? ▼
Kewanee, IL has a population of 48,643 people, located in Henry County, Illinois.
What is the median household income in Kewanee? ▼
The median household income in Kewanee, IL is $71,911 per year. The poverty rate is 8.9%.
What is the median home value in Kewanee? ▼
The median home value in Kewanee, IL is $151,600. Median rent is $842/month.
What are the top health concerns in Kewanee? ▼
The top health indicators in Kewanee include Obesity (36.9%), High Blood Pressure (36.4%), Short Sleep Duration (34.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Kewanee? ▼
Kewanee has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Kewanee? ▼
The median age in Kewanee, IL is 43.6 years. 24.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Kewanee, IL is located in Henry County, Illinois. With a population of 49K and a median household income of $71,911, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Kewanee area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Henry County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.