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Annawan, Illinois Population, Hospitals, Airports, and Schools

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The current estimated population of Annawan, Illinois, is 858, with approximately 48% male and 52% female. The population has remained relatively stable, reflecting its small, rural character.

City Facts

  • Year Founded: 1853
  • County Affiliated: Henry County
  • Land Area: 1.2 square miles
  • Population Density: 715 people per square mile
  • Area Code: 309
  • Zip Codes: 61234

Geography and Location

Annawan, Illinois, is a small rural town located in Henry County, in northwestern Illinois. It is situated about 40 miles east of the Quad Cities area, which provides access to larger urban centers while allowing Annawan to maintain its quiet, agricultural atmosphere. The town is located near Interstate 80, making it easily accessible for travelers and commuters. The surrounding geography is primarily flat farmland, typical of the Midwest, with fields of corn and soybeans dominating the landscape. Annawan experiences a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. The town’s rural setting and proximity to major highways make it an ideal location for those who enjoy small-town living with access to larger urban areas. The nearby Hennepin Canal Parkway State Park offers outdoor recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, and fishing.

Demographics

Median resident age: 39.3 years
Median household income: $38,571
Median house value: $75,700

Population by Race

Races in Annawan:

  • White Non-Hispanic (98.8%)
  • Hispanic (1.2%)

Ancestries: German (27.5%), Irish (8.8%), English (7.8%), Swedish (6.8%), United States (5.3%), Dutch (4.6%).

Elevation: 625 feet

Land area: 0.7 square miles

Map of Annawan, IL

Population by Education

For population 25 years and over in Annawan

  • High school or higher: 86.5%
  • Bachelor’s degree or higher: 13.1%
  • Graduate or professional degree: 4.7%
  • Unemployed: 2.0%
  • Mean travel time to work: 25.2 minutes

For population 15 years and over in Annawan town

  • Never married: 26.7%
  • Now married: 59.2%
  • Separated: 0.8%
  • Widowed: 5.8%
  • Divorced: 7.4%

0.2% Foreign born

Population change in the 1990s: +65 (+8.1%).

Hospitals

Hospitals/medical centers near Annawan:

Airports

Airports certified for carrier operations nearest to Annawan:

  • WHITESIDE CO ARPT-JOS H BITTORF FLD (about 29 miles; STERLING/ROCKFALLS, IL; Abbreviation: SQI)
  • CLINTON MUNI (about 41 miles; CLINTON, IA; Abbreviation: CWI)
  • QUAD CITY INTL (about 41 miles; MOLINE, IL; Abbreviation: MLI)

Other public-use airports nearest to Annawan:

  • GEN-AIRPARK (about 14 miles; GENESEO, IL; Abbreviation: 3G8)
  • KEWANEE MUNI (about 14 miles; KEWANEE, IL; Abbreviation: EZI)
  • ERIE AIR PARK (about 22 miles; ERIE, IL; Abbreviation: 3H5)

Amtrak station near Annawan:

  • 11 miles: KEWANEE (3RD & DEPOT ST.). Services: enclosed waiting area, public payphones, free short-term parking, free long-term parking, call for taxi service.

Colleges and Universities

Colleges/universities with over 2000 students nearest to Annawan:

  • BLACK HAWK COLLEGE (about 42 miles; MOLINE, IL; Full-time enrollment: 3,891)
  • AUGUSTANA COLLEGE (about 47 miles; ROCK ISLAND, IL; Full-time enrollment: 2,220)
  • SAINT AMBROSE UNIVERSITY (about 47 miles; DAVENPORT, IA; Full-time enrollment: 2,310)
  • ILLINOIS CENTRAL COLLEGE (about 47 miles; EAST PEORIA, IL; Full-time enrollment: 6,404)
  • EASTERN IOWA COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT (about 47 miles; DAVENPORT, IA; Full-time enrollment: 4,180)
  • BRADLEY UNIVERSITY (about 53 miles; PEORIA, IL; Full-time enrollment: 5,262)
  • ILLINOIS VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE (about 60 miles; OGLESBY, IL; Full-time enrollment: 2,272)

Schools

Public high school in Annawan:

  • ANNAWAN HIGH SCHOOL (Students: 152; Location: 501 W SOUTH ST; Grades: 09 – 12)

Public primary/middle school in Annawan:

  • ANNAWAN GRADE SCHOOL (Students: 318; Location: 501 W SOUTH ST; Grades: PK – 08)

Libraries

Library in Annawan:

  • ANNAWAN-ALBA TWP. LIB. (Operating income: $52,118; Location: 320 W. FRONT STREET; 17,410 books; 669 audio materials; 500 video materials; 41 serial subscriptions)

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