Edwardsville, IL
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 23,295 |
| Crime: | Low |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Low |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Edwardsville sits in southwestern Illinois, just northeast of St. Louis.
Cultural Attractions
The town is the home of Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville.
Recreation
The SIUE campus is 2,660 acres of hills, woodlands, and lakes.
Historical
SIUE was the result of a committee of business leaders and parents formed in 1955 who sought a better future for their childern.
Economy
Early industry in Edwardsville featured clay mining, flour mills, and brick manufacturing, including the Richards Brick Co., which is still operating and supplying bricks to the St. Louis region.
| Population [details] | 23,295 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 71.4% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 294.98 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 44.60% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 34.82 °F/16.37 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 87.58 °F/65.21 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 40.22 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 56 |
| Cost of living [details] | 90.7 |
| State sales tax | 6.25% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Indianapolis (211.25 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | SCOTT AFB/MIDAMERICA (19.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Golf, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Sporting events, Trails and wildlife, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Books and reading, Charitable activities and contributions, Concerts, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Family/Arts events, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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