Amboy, IL

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2,413
TOTAL POPULATION
1,245
MALE POPULATION
1,168
FEMALE POPULATION
106.59
MALES / 100 FEMALES
93.82
FEMALES / 100 MALES
45.8
MEDIAN AGE
2.8
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.4
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$34,323
PER CAPITA INCOME
$81,635
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$72,829
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
43.9%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
56.1¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.40
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
1,331
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
67.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
5.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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Amboy Area Codes

Race in Amboy

The most populous races in Amboy are White / Caucasian (2,303 | 95.4%), Hispanic or Latino (108 | 4.5%), and Two or more Races (94 | 3.9%).
Race in Amboy
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American100.4%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino1084.5%
Native / Alaskan00.0%
White / Caucasian2,30395.4%
Two or more Races943.9%
Some other Race60.3%
Total2,413100.0%

Ancestry in Amboy

The most populous ancestries reported in Amboy are German (826 | 34.2%), Irish (398 | 16.5%), Dutch (237 | 9.8%), English (209 | 8.7%), and American (103 | 4.3%), together accounting for 73.5% of all Amboy residents.
Ancestry in Amboy
Ancestry# Population% Population
American1034.3%
British321.3%
Burmese10.0%
Cuban301.2%
Czech60.3%
Dutch2379.8%
English2098.7%
European220.9%
French451.9%
German82634.2%
Greek170.7%
Guamanian / Chamorro301.2%
Indian (Asian)251.0%
Irish39816.5%
Italian401.7%
Lithuanian60.3%
Mexican592.5%
Norwegian160.7%
Polish461.9%
Puerto Rican130.5%
Romanian80.3%
Russian190.8%
Samoan251.0%
Scotch-Irish110.5%
Scottish220.9%
Serbian40.2%
Swedish311.3%
Swiss50.2%
Thai301.2%
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Immigrants in Amboy

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Amboy came from Europe (12 | 0.5%), Northern Europe (7 | 0.3%), and Southern Europe (5 | 0.2%), together accounting for 1.0% of all Amboy residents.
Immigrants in Amboy
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Europe120.5%
Northern Europe70.3%
Southern Europe50.2%
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Sex and Age in Amboy

Sex and Age in Amboy

The most populous age groups in Amboy are 65 to 69 Years (140 | 11.2%) for men and 50 to 54 Years (128 | 11.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in Amboy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (5.5%)71 (6.1%)
5 to 9 Years102 (8.2%)88 (7.5%)
10 to 14 Years46 (3.7%)36 (3.1%)
15 to 19 Years38 (3.0%)60 (5.1%)
20 to 24 Years93 (7.5%)66 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years128 (10.3%)68 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years45 (3.6%)57 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years99 (8.0%)44 (3.8%)
40 to 44 Years39 (3.1%)41 (3.5%)
45 to 49 Years62 (5.0%)111 (9.5%)
50 to 54 Years134 (10.8%)128 (11.0%)
55 to 59 Years80 (6.4%)78 (6.7%)
60 to 64 Years62 (5.0%)75 (6.4%)
65 to 69 Years140 (11.2%)77 (6.6%)
70 to 74 Years64 (5.1%)62 (5.3%)
75 to 79 Years16 (1.3%)46 (3.9%)
80 to 84 Years18 (1.5%)39 (3.3%)
85 Years and over10 (0.8%)21 (1.8%)
Total1,245 (100.0%)1,168 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Amboy

Median Family Size in Amboy

The median family size in Amboy is 2.82 persons per family, with married-couple families (488 | 71.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 2.87 persons per family. On the other hand, single male/father families (95 | 13.9%) represent the smallest median family size with 2.61 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Amboy
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple488 (71.5%)2.87
Single Male/Father95 (13.9%)2.61
Single Female/Mother100 (14.6%)2.76
Total Families683 (100.0%)2.82

Median Household Size in Amboy

The median household size in Amboy is 2.40 persons per household, with single male/father households (95 | 9.7%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.18 persons per household. non-family households (297 | 30.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.24 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Amboy
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple488 (49.8%)2.87
Single Male/Father95 (9.7%)3.18
Single Female/Mother100 (10.2%)2.82
Non-family297 (30.3%)1.24
Total Households980 (100.0%)2.40

Household Size by Marriage Status in Amboy

Out of a total of 980 households in Amboy, 683 (69.7%) are family households, while 297 (30.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 377, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 256.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Amboy
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-256 (26.1%)
2-Person Households377 (38.5%)17 (1.7%)
3-Person Households148 (15.1%)24 (2.5%)
4-Person Households112 (11.4%)0 (0.0%)
5-Person Households13 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households15 (1.5%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households18 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
Total683 (69.7%)297 (30.3%)

Female Fertility in Amboy

Fertility by Age in Amboy

Average fertility rate in Amboy is 28.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 47.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 69.2% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Amboy
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years9 (69.2%)47.0
35 to 50 years4 (30.8%)19.0
Total13 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amboy

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Amboy
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 50 years4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Fertility by Education in Amboy

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Amboy
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma4 (30.8%)43.0
College or Associate's Degree9 (69.2%)38.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total13 (100.0%)28.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amboy

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Amboy
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma4 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree9 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Income in Amboy

Income Overview in Amboy

Per Capita Income in Amboy is $34,323, while median incomes of families and households are $81,635 and $72,829 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income2,413$34,323
Median Family Income683$81,635
Mean Family Income683$100,641
Median Household Income980$72,829
Mean Household Income980$84,241
Income Deficit683$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)2,41343.92%
Wage / Income Gap ($)2,41356.08¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index2,4130.40

Earnings by Sex in Amboy

Average Earnings in Amboy are $39,222, $52,125 for men and $29,233 for women, a difference of 43.9%.
Earnings by Sex in Amboy
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male723 (52.5%)$52,125
Female653 (47.5%)$29,233
Total1,376 (100.0%)$39,222

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amboy

The most common earnings brackets in Amboy are $65,000 to $74,999 for men (133 | 18.4%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (125 | 19.1%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Amboy
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less34 (4.7%)18 (2.8%)
$2,500 to $4,99911 (1.5%)21 (3.2%)
$5,000 to $7,49943 (5.9%)9 (1.4%)
$7,500 to $9,99919 (2.6%)27 (4.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49923 (3.2%)68 (10.4%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (1.5%)45 (6.9%)
$15,000 to $17,4996 (0.8%)8 (1.2%)
$17,500 to $19,9994 (0.5%)0 (0.0%)
$20,000 to $22,4998 (1.1%)4 (0.6%)
$22,500 to $24,99919 (2.6%)15 (2.3%)
$25,000 to $29,99964 (8.8%)125 (19.1%)
$30,000 to $34,99918 (2.5%)47 (7.2%)
$35,000 to $39,99926 (3.6%)29 (4.4%)
$40,000 to $44,99951 (7.0%)50 (7.7%)
$45,000 to $49,99916 (2.2%)34 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $54,99923 (3.2%)61 (9.3%)
$55,000 to $64,99995 (13.1%)61 (9.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999133 (18.4%)11 (1.7%)
$75,000 to $99,99956 (7.7%)10 (1.5%)
$100,000+63 (8.7%)10 (1.5%)
Total723 (100.0%)653 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amboy

Average earnings in Amboy are $58,807 for men and $31,023 for women, a difference of 47.2%. Men with an educational attainment of graduate degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $250,001, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $56,838. Women with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $45,833, while those with high school diploma education have the smallest earnings of $27,750.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Amboy
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$56,838$27,750
College or Associate's Degree$58,929$29,596
Bachelor's Degree$65,781$45,833
Graduate Degree$250,001$0
Total$58,807$31,023

Family Income in Amboy

Family Income Brackets in Amboy

According to the Amboy family income data, there are 205 families falling into the $100,000 to $149,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 30.0% of all families.
Family Income Brackets in Amboy
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,00000.0%
$10,000 to $14,999121.8%
$15,000 to $24,999436.3%
$25,000 to $34,999365.3%
$35,000 to $49,999547.9%
$50,000 to $74,99914020.5%
$75,000 to $99,99910014.6%
$100,000 to $149,99920530.0%
$150,000 to $199,999466.7%
$200,000+476.9%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amboy

4-person families (116 | 17.0%) account for the highest median family income in Amboy with $102,188 per family, while 2-person families (392 | 57.4%) have the highest median income of $35,000 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Amboy
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families392 (57.4%)$70,000
3-Person Families139 (20.3%)$80,846
4-Person Families116 (17.0%)$102,188
5-Person Families3 (0.4%)$0
6-Person Families15 (2.2%)$0
7+ Person Families18 (2.6%)$0
Total683 (100.0%)$81,635

Family Income by Number of Earners in Amboy

The median family income in Amboy is $81,635, with families comprising 3+ earners (124) having the highest median family income of $137,206, while families with no earners (95) have the lowest median family income of $52,292, accounting for 18.2% and 13.9% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Amboy
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners95 (13.9%)$52,292
1 Earner222 (32.5%)$65,357
2 Earners242 (35.4%)$102,000
3+ Earners124 (18.2%)$137,206
Total683 (100.0%)$81,635

Household Income in Amboy

Household Income Brackets in Amboy

With 222 households falling in the category, the $100,000 to $149,999 income range is the most frequent in Amboy, accounting for 22.7% of all households. In contrast, only 38 households (3.9%) fall into the less than $10,000 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Amboy
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,000383.9%
$10,000 to $14,999697.0%
$15,000 to $24,999747.6%
$25,000 to $34,999676.8%
$35,000 to $49,999656.6%
$50,000 to $74,99921021.4%
$75,000 to $99,99913513.8%
$100,000 to $149,99922222.7%
$150,000 to $199,999535.4%
$200,000+474.8%

Household Income by Householder Age in Amboy

The median household income in Amboy is $72,829, with the highest median household income of $86,711 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 412 households (42.0%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $48,125, with 314 households (32.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Amboy
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years29 (3.0%)$61,719
25 to 44 Years225 (23.0%)$74,648
45 to 64 Years412 (42.0%)$86,711
65+ Years314 (32.0%)$48,125
Total980 (100.0%)$72,829

Poverty in Amboy

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amboy

With 9.3% poverty level for males and 10.9% for females among the residents of Amboy, 25 to 34 year old males and 18 to 24 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 38 males (22.0%) and 50 females (59.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Amboy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years4 (3.8%)50 (59.5%)
25 to 34 Years38 (22.0%)6 (4.8%)
35 to 44 Years0 (0.0%)7 (8.2%)
45 to 54 Years6 (3.1%)18 (7.5%)
55 to 64 Years23 (16.2%)20 (14.2%)
65 to 74 Years44 (21.6%)12 (8.6%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)10 (11.9%)
Total115 (9.3%)123 (10.9%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Amboy

According to the poverty statistics in Amboy, males aged under 5 years and females aged under 5 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Amboy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years69 (100.0%)70 (100.0%)
5 Years7 (100.0%)26 (100.0%)
6 to 11 Years119 (100.0%)68 (100.0%)
12 to 14 Years17 (100.0%)30 (100.0%)
15 Years17 (100.0%)6 (100.0%)
16 and 17 Years8 (100.0%)36 (100.0%)
18 to 24 Years102 (96.2%)34 (40.5%)
25 to 34 Years135 (78.0%)119 (95.2%)
35 to 44 Years138 (100.0%)78 (91.8%)
45 to 54 Years190 (96.9%)221 (92.5%)
55 to 64 Years119 (83.8%)121 (85.8%)
65 to 74 Years160 (78.4%)127 (91.4%)
75 Years and over44 (100.0%)74 (88.1%)
Total1,125 (90.7%)1,010 (89.1%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amboy

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Amboy show that 2.5% or 12 of the total 488 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 3.3%, comprising of 12 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Amboy
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children356 (96.7%)12 (3.3%)
1 or 2 Children102 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total476 (97.5%)12 (2.5%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amboy

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Amboy
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children10 (62.5%)0 (0.0%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total10 (10.5%)0 (0.0%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Amboy

The poverty data for Amboy shows that 12 of the married-couple family households (2.5%) and 10 of the single-parent households (5.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 12 households (3.3%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 10 household (17.9%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Amboy
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children12 (3.3%)10 (17.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total12 (2.5%)10 (5.1%)

Employment Characteristics in Amboy

Employment by Class of Employer in Amboy

Among the 1,238 employed individuals in Amboy, private company employees (810 | 65.4%), not-for-profit organizations (158 | 12.8%), and local government employees (124 | 10.0%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Amboy
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees81065.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)705.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)373.0%
Not-for-profit Organizations15812.8%
Local Government Employees12410.0%
State Government Employees191.5%
Federal Government Employees201.6%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total1,238100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Amboy

According to the labor force statistics for Amboy, out of the total population over 16 years of age (1,978), 67.3% or 1,331 individuals are in the labor force, with 5.6% or 75 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 100.0% or 102 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 25 to 29 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 14.9% or 24 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Amboy
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years48 (64.0%)7 (14.6%)
20 to 24 Years130 (81.8%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 29 Years161 (82.1%)24 (14.9%)
30 to 34 Years102 (100.0%)4 (3.9%)
35 to 44 Years219 (98.2%)12 (5.5%)
45 to 54 Years414 (95.2%)19 (4.6%)
55 to 59 Years98 (62.0%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years82 (59.9%)9 (11.0%)
65 to 74 Years77 (22.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,331 (67.3%)75 (5.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amboy

According to labor force statistics for Amboy, 86.0% of individuals (1,076) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (1,251) are in the labor force, with 6.3% or 68 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 94.1% or 175 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 22.0% or 11 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Amboy
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School50 (55.6%)20 (22.0%)
High School Diploma493 (88.4%)15 (2.6%)
College / Associate Degree358 (85.9%)51 (12.3%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher175 (94.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,076 (86.0%)79 (6.3%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Amboy

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amboy are Management (160 | 12.7%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (89 | 7.1%), Community & Social Service (77 | 6.1%), Health Technologists (44 | 3.5%), and Education, Arts & Media (37 | 2.9%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Amboy

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Amboy, the most male-oriented occupations are Arts, Media & Entertainment (100.0%), Management (69.4%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (50.6%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Life, Physical & Social Science (100.0%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Amboy
OccupationMaleFemale
Management111 (69.4%)49 (30.6%)
Business & Financial14 (50.0%)14 (50.0%)
Computers, Engineering & Science0 (0.0%)11 (100.0%)
Computers & Mathematics0 (0.0%)5 (100.0%)
Architecture & Engineering0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science0 (0.0%)6 (100.0%)
Community & Social Service 28 (36.4%)49 (63.6%)
Education, Arts & Media4 (10.8%)33 (89.2%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library12 (42.9%)16 (57.1%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating45 (50.6%)44 (49.4%)
Health Technologists15 (34.1%)29 (65.9%)
Total (Category)198 (54.2%)167 (45.8%)
Total (Overall)677 (53.9%)579 (46.1%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Amboy are Security & Protection (78 | 6.2%), Food Preparation & Serving (71 | 5.7%), Healthcare Support (63 | 5.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (47 | 3.7%), and Personal Care & Service (44 | 3.5%).
Services Occupations in Amboy

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Amboy, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Healthcare Support (88.9%), Personal Care & Service (88.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (66.2%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Amboy
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support7 (11.1%)56 (88.9%)
Security & Protection78 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention47 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving24 (33.8%)47 (66.2%)
Cleaning & Maintenance29 (85.3%)5 (14.7%)
Personal Care & Service5 (11.4%)39 (88.6%)
Total (Category)143 (49.3%)147 (50.7%)
Total (Overall)677 (53.9%)579 (46.1%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Amboy are Office & Administration (186 | 14.8%), and Sales & Related (33 | 2.6%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Amboy

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Amboy
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related20 (60.6%)13 (39.4%)
Office & Administration18 (9.7%)168 (90.3%)
Total (Category)38 (17.3%)181 (82.7%)
Total (Overall)677 (53.9%)579 (46.1%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Amboy are Construction & Extraction (61 | 4.9%), Installation, Maintenance & Repair (37 | 2.9%), and Farming, Fishing & Forestry (6 | 0.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Amboy

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Amboy
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction61 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair37 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)104 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)677 (53.9%)579 (46.1%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Amboy are Production (182 | 14.5%), Transportation (61 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (35 | 2.8%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Amboy

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Amboy
OccupationMaleFemale
Production113 (62.1%)69 (37.9%)
Transportation56 (91.8%)5 (8.2%)
Material Moving25 (71.4%)10 (28.6%)
Total (Category)194 (69.8%)84 (30.2%)
Total (Overall)677 (53.9%)579 (46.1%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Amboy

Employment Industries in Amboy

The major employment industries in Amboy include Manufacturing (275 | 21.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (256 | 20.4%), Accommodation & Food Services (107 | 8.5%), Retail Trade (94 | 7.5%), and Construction (92 | 7.3%).
Employment Industries in Amboy

Employment Industries by Sex in Amboy

The Amboy industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Construction (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Finance & Insurance (100.0%), Professional & Scientific (100.0%), and Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Amboy
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction6 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction92 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Manufacturing172 (62.5%)103 (37.4%)
Wholesale Trade59 (92.2%)5 (7.8%)
Retail Trade52 (55.3%)42 (44.7%)
Transportation & Warehousing52 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Utilities14 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information17 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)51 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific0 (0.0%)20 (100.0%)
Enterprise Management12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support18 (78.3%)5 (21.7%)
Educational Services23 (51.1%)22 (48.9%)
Health Care & Social Assistance52 (20.3%)204 (79.7%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)12 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services52 (48.6%)55 (51.4%)
Public Administration31 (62.0%)19 (38.0%)
Total677 (53.9%)579 (46.1%)

Education in Amboy

School Enrollment in Amboy

The most common levels of schooling among the 497 students in Amboy are elementary school (160 | 32.2%), college / undergraduate (123 | 24.7%), and high school (80 | 16.1%).
School Enrollment in Amboy
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool6613.3%
Kindergarten81.6%
Elementary School16032.2%
Middle School5410.9%
High School8016.1%
College / Undergraduate12324.7%
Graduate / Professional61.2%
Total497100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amboy

Out of a total of 497 students who are enrolled in schools in Amboy, 38 (7.6%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 459 (92.4%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 35 years and over has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 6 (24.0% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 3 to 4 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 40 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Amboy
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds40 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 9 Year Old160 (91.4%)15 (8.6%)
10 to 14 Year Olds64 (87.7%)9 (12.3%)
15 to 17 Year Olds59 (88.1%)8 (11.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds19 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 24 Year Olds90 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
25 to 34 Year Olds8 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 Years and over19 (76.0%)6 (24.0%)
Total459 (92.4%)38 (7.6%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amboy

Bio, nature & agricultural (84 | 34.6%), education (43 | 17.7%), arts & humanities (35 | 14.4%), psychology (24 | 9.9%), and social sciences (18 | 7.4%) are the most common fields of study among 243 individuals in Amboy who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Amboy
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics62.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural8434.6%
Physical & Health Sciences31.2%
Psychology249.9%
Social Sciences187.4%
Engineering31.2%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology52.1%
Business135.3%
Education4317.7%
Literature & Languages00.0%
Liberal Arts & History93.7%
Visual & Performing Arts00.0%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities3514.4%
Total243100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Amboy

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amboy

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Amboy are males with 3 vehicles (241, accounting for 35.9%) and females with 3 vehicles (222, making up 42.9%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Amboy
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle44 (6.6%)0 (0.0%)
1 Vehicle73 (10.9%)46 (8.2%)
2 Vehicles220 (32.8%)152 (27.1%)
3 Vehicles241 (35.9%)222 (39.5%)
4 Vehicles93 (13.9%)142 (25.3%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total671 (100.0%)562 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Amboy

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Amboy are 20 to 24 minutes (212 commuters, 17.3%), less than 5 minutes (168 commuters, 13.7%), and 10 to 14 minutes (134 commuters, 11.0%).
Commute Time in Amboy
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes16813.7%
5 to 9 Minutes725.9%
10 to 14 Minutes13411.0%
15 to 19 Minutes13411.0%
20 to 24 Minutes21217.3%
25 to 29 Minutes776.3%
30 to 34 Minutes1119.1%
35 to 39 Minutes1139.2%
40 to 44 Minutes151.2%
45 to 59 Minutes423.4%
60 to 89 Minutes242.0%
90 or more Minutes1219.9%

Commute Time by Sex in Amboy

The most common commute times in Amboy are less than 5 minutes (113 commuters, 17.0%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (149 commuters, 26.8%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Amboy
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes113 (17.0%)55 (9.9%)
5 to 9 Minutes55 (8.3%)17 (3.0%)
10 to 14 Minutes80 (12.0%)54 (9.7%)
15 to 19 Minutes72 (10.8%)62 (11.1%)
20 to 24 Minutes63 (9.5%)149 (26.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes40 (6.0%)37 (6.6%)
30 to 34 Minutes67 (10.1%)44 (7.9%)
35 to 39 Minutes76 (11.4%)37 (6.6%)
40 to 44 Minutes10 (1.5%)5 (0.9%)
45 to 59 Minutes9 (1.3%)33 (5.9%)
60 to 89 Minutes24 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
90 or more Minutes57 (8.6%)64 (11.5%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amboy

The most frequent times of departure to work in Amboy are 5:30 AM to 5:59 AM (162, 24.3%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (107, 19.2%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Amboy
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM25 (3.7%)55 (9.9%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM17 (2.5%)30 (5.4%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM162 (24.3%)25 (4.5%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM84 (12.6%)6 (1.1%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM81 (12.2%)58 (10.4%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM130 (19.5%)107 (19.2%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM29 (4.3%)85 (15.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM15 (2.2%)107 (19.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM3 (0.4%)15 (2.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM40 (6.0%)0 (0.0%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM2 (0.3%)0 (0.0%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM33 (5.0%)22 (4.0%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM45 (6.8%)47 (8.4%)
Total666 (100.0%)557 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Amboy

Occupancy by Ownership in Amboy

Of the total 980 dwellings in Amboy, owner-occupied units account for 704 (71.8%), while renter-occupied units make up 276 (28.2%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Amboy
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units70471.8%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units27628.2%
Total Occupied Housing Units980100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Amboy

Occupancy by Household Size in Amboy
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household25626.1%
2-Person Household39440.2%
3-Person Household17217.5%
4+ Person Household15816.1%
Total Housing Units980100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amboy

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Amboy
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household156 (60.9%)100 (39.1%)
2-Person Household331 (84.0%)63 (16.0%)
3-Person Household90 (52.3%)82 (47.7%)
4+ Person Household127 (80.4%)31 (19.6%)
Total Housing Units704 (71.8%)276 (28.2%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amboy

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Amboy
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School27 (45.8%)32 (54.2%)
High School Diploma337 (75.9%)107 (24.1%)
College/Associate Degree254 (71.2%)103 (28.8%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher86 (71.7%)34 (28.3%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amboy

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Amboy
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years14314.6%
35 to 44 Years11111.3%
45 to 54 Years24124.6%
55 to 64 Years17117.4%
65 to 74 Years22022.5%
75 to 84 Years777.9%
85 Years and Over171.7%
Total980100.0%

Housing Finances in Amboy

Median Income by Occupancy in Amboy

Median Income by Occupancy in Amboy
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied704 (71.8%)$81,719
Renter-Occupied276 (28.2%)$57,778
Average980 (100.0%)$72,829

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amboy

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Amboy
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,0006 (0.9%)12 (4.3%)
$5,000 to $9,99920 (2.8%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $14,99920 (2.8%)49 (17.7%)
$15,000 to $19,99914 (2.0%)14 (5.1%)
$20,000 to $24,99927 (3.8%)19 (6.9%)
$25,000 to $34,99948 (6.8%)19 (6.9%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (8.0%)9 (3.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999122 (17.3%)88 (31.9%)
$75,000 to $99,99980 (11.4%)55 (19.9%)
$100,000 to $149,999211 (30.0%)11 (4.0%)
$150,000 or more100 (14.2%)0 (0.0%)
Total704 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amboy

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Amboy
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30016 (2.3%)8 (2.9%)
$300 to $499144 (20.4%)37 (13.4%)
$500 to $799123 (17.5%)66 (23.9%)
$800 to $999127 (18.0%)65 (23.5%)
$1,000 to $1,499178 (25.3%)66 (23.9%)
$1,500 to $1,99981 (11.5%)0 (0.0%)
$2,000 to $2,49914 (2.0%)0 (0.0%)
$2,500 to $2,99921 (3.0%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total704 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Amboy

Housing Structures in Amboy

Housing Structures in Amboy
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached79180.7%
Single Unit, Attached00.0%
2 Unit Apartments262.6%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments515.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments293.0%
10 or more Apartments222.2%
Mobile Home / Other616.2%
Total980100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amboy

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Amboy
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached616 (77.9%)175 (22.1%)
Single Unit, Attached0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments4 (15.4%)22 (84.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments28 (54.9%)23 (45.1%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)29 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)22 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other56 (91.8%)5 (8.2%)
Total704 (71.8%)276 (28.2%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amboy

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Amboy
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room8 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms33 (4.7%)21 (7.6%)
4 or 5 Rooms180 (25.6%)106 (38.4%)
6 or 7 Rooms247 (35.1%)46 (16.7%)
8 or more Rooms236 (33.5%)103 (37.3%)
Total704 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amboy

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Amboy
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas567 (80.5%)154 (55.8%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas12 (1.7%)0 (0.0%)
Electricity121 (17.2%)87 (31.5%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels4 (0.6%)35 (12.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total704 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Amboy

Household Vehicle Usage in Amboy
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle42 (6.0%)52 (18.8%)
1 Vehicle138 (19.6%)112 (40.6%)
2 Vehicles226 (32.1%)100 (36.2%)
3 or more Vehicles298 (42.3%)12 (4.3%)
Total704 (100.0%)276 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Amboy

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Amboy

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units307397
Median Property Value$95,600$133,600
Median Household Income$59,563$88
Monthly Housing Costs$494$0
Real Estate Taxes$1,995$3

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amboy

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Amboy
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00050 (16.3%)12 (3.0%)
$50,000 to $99,999119 (38.8%)119 (30.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999136 (44.3%)246 (62.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9990 (0.0%)15 (3.8%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)5 (1.3%)
$1,000,000 or more2 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total307 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amboy

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Amboy
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00020 (6.5%)0 (0.0%)
$10,000 to $24,99929 (9.5%)6 (1.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99938 (12.4%)32 (8.1%)
$35,000 to $49,99944 (14.3%)10 (2.5%)
$50,000 to $74,99970 (22.8%)12 (3.0%)
$75,000 to $99,99953 (17.3%)52 (13.1%)
$100,000 to $149,99941 (13.4%)27 (6.8%)
$150,000 or more12 (3.9%)170 (42.8%)
Total307 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amboy

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Amboy
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x169 (55.0%)112,452 (28,325.4%)
2.0x to 2.9x59 (19.2%)279 (70.3%)
3.0x to 3.9x13 (4.2%)77 (19.4%)
4.0x or more66 (21.5%)27 (6.8%)
Total307 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amboy

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Amboy
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80059 (19.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,49941 (13.4%)36 (9.1%)
$800 to $1,499207 (67.4%)30 (7.6%)
Total307 (100.0%)397 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Amboy

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amboy

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amboy
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 18 Years304 (97.8%)7 (2.2%)
19 to 25 Years199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
26 to 34 Years228 (80.3%)56 (19.7%)
35 to 44 Years196 (87.9%)27 (12.1%)
45 to 54 Years419 (96.3%)16 (3.7%)
55 to 64 Years277 (97.9%)6 (2.1%)
65 to 74 Years343 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older128 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,267 (95.3%)112 (4.7%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amboy

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Amboy
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born173 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, Citizen304 (97.8%)7 (2.2%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen199 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amboy

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Amboy
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000230 (87.1%)34 (12.9%)
$25,000 to $49,999223 (82.6%)47 (17.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999449 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999338 (91.6%)31 (8.4%)
$100,000 and over1,001 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amboy

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Amboy
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 629 (16.8%)163 (94.2%)
6 to 18 Years92 (29.6%)229 (73.6%)
19 to 25 Years29 (14.6%)170 (85.4%)
25 to 34 Years33 (11.6%)213 (75.0%)
35 to 44 Years12 (5.4%)184 (82.5%)
45 to 54 Years87 (20.0%)349 (80.2%)
55 to 64 Years77 (27.2%)209 (73.9%)
65 to 74 Years315 (91.8%)235 (68.5%)
75 Years and over128 (100.0%)77 (60.2%)
Total802 (33.7%)1,829 (76.9%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amboy

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Amboy
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years9 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years31 (11.1%)13 (6.2%)
35 to 64 Years44 (9.2%)68 (14.6%)
65 to 74 Years59 (28.9%)32 (23.0%)
75 Years and over25 (56.8%)26 (30.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Amboy

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Amboy: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.6%)5 (1.1%)
65 to 74 Years23 (11.3%)3 (2.2%)
75 Years and over15 (34.1%)5 (5.9%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Amboy: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.6%)28 (6.0%)
65 to 74 Years13 (6.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over14 (31.8%)3 (3.6%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Amboy: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years26 (9.3%)13 (6.2%)
35 to 64 Years29 (6.1%)22 (4.7%)
65 to 74 Years20 (9.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over15 (34.1%)7 (8.3%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Amboy: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years5 (1.8%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years27 (5.7%)34 (7.3%)
65 to 74 Years29 (14.2%)29 (20.9%)
75 Years and over10 (22.7%)21 (25.0%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Amboy: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)5 (2.4%)
35 to 64 Years9 (1.9%)16 (3.4%)
65 to 74 Years7 (3.4%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over9 (20.4%)3 (3.6%)

Technology Access in Amboy

Computing Device Access in Amboy

Computing Device Access in Amboy
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop65566.8%
Smartphone79280.8%
Tablet64565.8%
No Computing Device13714.0%
Total980100.0%

Internet Access in Amboy

Internet Access in Amboy
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet00.0%
Broadband Home69671.0%
Cellular Data Only10610.8%
Satellite Internet707.1%
No Internet14715.0%
Total980100.0%

Amboy Summary

Amboy, Illinois is a small city located in Lee County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, approximately 80 miles west of Chicago. The city has a population of 2,841 as of the 2010 census, making it the second-largest city in Lee County.

History

Amboy was founded in 1835 by William and Mary Ann Miller, who named the city after their hometown of Amboy, New York. The Millers were among the first settlers in the area, and the city quickly grew as a trading post and transportation hub. The first post office was established in 1837, and the first school was built in 1845.
In 1853, the Illinois Central Railroad arrived in Amboy, connecting the city to Chicago and other major cities. This allowed the city to become a major hub for the transportation of goods and people. The railroad also helped to spur the growth of the city, as it attracted new businesses and industries.
In 1867, Amboy was incorporated as a village, and in 1873 it was incorporated as a city. During this time, the city experienced a period of rapid growth, as new businesses and industries moved into the area. The city also became a popular tourist destination, as it was located on the Mississippi River and had a variety of attractions.

Geography

Amboy is located in the northwest corner of Lee County, Illinois. It is situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, approximately 80 miles west of Chicago. The city has a total area of 2.2 square miles, all of which is land.
The city is located in a flat, low-lying area, with an elevation of 645 feet above sea level. The climate is humid continental, with hot, humid summers and cold, snowy winters.

Economy

Amboy’s economy is largely based on agriculture and manufacturing. The city is home to several large farms, which produce a variety of crops, including corn, soybeans, and wheat. The city is also home to several manufacturing companies, which produce a variety of products, including furniture, clothing, and automotive parts.
The city is also home to several small businesses, including restaurants, retail stores, and service providers. The city is also home to a variety of tourist attractions, including the Amboy Depot Museum, the Amboy Historical Society, and the Amboy National Wildlife Refuge.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, the population of Amboy was 2,841. The racial makeup of the city was 97.2% White, 0.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.3% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.7% from other races, and 0.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.2% of the population.
The median household income in Amboy was $45,938, and the median family income was $51,938. The per capita income was $20,938. About 8.2% of families and 10.2% of the population were below the poverty line, including 14.2% of those under age 18 and 6.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Amboy?
Total Population of Amboy is 2,413.
What is the Total Male Population of Amboy?
Total Male Population of Amboy is 1,245.
What is the Total Female Population of Amboy?
Total Female Population of Amboy is 1,168.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Amboy?
There are 106.59 Males per 100 Females in Amboy.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Amboy?
There are 93.82 Females per 100 Males in Amboy.
What is the Median Population Age in Amboy?
Median Population Age in Amboy is 45.8 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Amboy
Average Family Size in Amboy is 2.8 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Amboy
Average Household Size in Amboy is 2.4 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Amboy?
Per Capita income in Amboy is $34,323.
What is the Median Family Income in Amboy?
Median Family Income in Amboy is $81,635.
What is the Median Household income in Amboy?
Median Household Income in Amboy is $72,829.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Amboy?
Income or Wage Gap in Amboy is 43.9%.
Women in Amboy earn 56.1 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Amboy?
Inequality or Gini Index in Amboy is 0.40.
How Large is the Labor Force in Amboy?
There are 1,331 People in the Labor Forcein in Amboy.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Amboy?
67.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Amboy.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Amboy?
Unemployment Rate in Amboy is 5.6%.