Marquette Heights is a small rural village located in Tazewell County, Illinois. With a population of 2,636 and a population density of 2,649 people per square mile, it is the perfect blend of urban and rural appeal. Businesses in the area include Kraus' Pizza & Pub, All American Upholstery & Furniture Repair, Cornerstone Church of Marquette Heights, and Next Level Fitness. Outdoor activities abound with nearby parks such as Jackson Park and Jacobs Woods Nature Preserve offering plenty of year-round activities like fishing, hiking, camping, and more. Local organizations such as the Marquette Heights Lions Club and the 4-H Club offer community members a chance to get involved in local causes. Additionally, sporting events like softball tournaments at Sunrise Park provide a great way for residents to bond or just have fun with friends and family. With its diverse offerings, Marquette Heights is an ideal place to call home.
The population in Marquette Heights is 2,636. There are 2,668 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Marquette Heights is 41.6, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Marquette Heights is 2.9, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Marquette Heights
- 54.0% are married
- 10.5% are divorced
- 36.6% are married with children
- 10.4% have children, but are single
Race in Marquette Heights
- 94.4% are White
- 0.3% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 5.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.2% Two or more races
- 0.1% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander