Name: Macomb, IL
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Living in Macomb, IL

Ranks better than 69% of areas Follow

Population

17,658

Median Age

27.2 Years

Macomb Area Facts

Macomb has a Livability Score of 69_/100, which is considered good
Macomb crime rates are 54% lower than the Illinois average
Cost of living in Macomb is 9% lower than the Illinois average

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What do the locals think about Macomb?

50%

Family friendly

17%

Public transit is accessible

17%

Walkable to grocery stores

67%

Yards are well-kept

17%

Lots of parks

17%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

83%

A quiet area

33%

Sense of community

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Western Illinois University Home: Macomb, Illinois 3 rating By Anonymous ( May 16, 2018) Macomb, Illinois is about 77 miles south of the Quad Cities. Macomb was incorporated in 1830 and has a total area of 11.32 square miles. The town is named after General Alexander Macomb of the War of 1812. There were numerous military tracts given to veterans here.

You might lik ...Read More e the Harry Mussatto Golf Course for 18 holes. Heritage Days is the local Macomb celebration. The town also has a Jazz Festival, Festival of Trees and Dad's Weekend Fishing Tournament. The employment and housing are sub-par in Macomb.

Macomb seems to be a college town. Many activities are centered around the Western Illinois University (WIU). These include sporting events, homecoming and social activities. You could also probably use the local WIU library for research purposes. The WIU professors add some culture. The crime rate is average. The amenities and cost of living are good though. Larry A's Pizza and The Old Dairy are popular eating establishments of Macomb, Illinois. Read Less

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