Batavia, IL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 28,833 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Limited |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | High |
Geography
Batavia is located on the Fox River.
Cultural Attractions
The Illinois Symphony Orchestra frequently plays at the Norris Cultural Arts Center.
Recreation
There are 14 golf courses in the Fox Valley area.
Economy
The Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory, or Fermilab, is a Department of Energy laboratory in Batavia.
Fun Fact
The town earned its name “the windmill city” because several windmills were made and used in the area.
| Population [details] | 28,833 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 74.3% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 793.96 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 45.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 36.22 °F/18.79 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.18 °F/65.46 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 38.13 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 17 |
| Cost of living [details] | 91.5 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Chicago (29.91 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | CHICAGO O'HARE INTERNATIONAL (23.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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