Amboy, Washington Statistic: Population, Charts, Map, Steets and More

If you are considering moving to Amboy City, Illinois, you may be wondering how many people live there. Here's a quick overview of the population and steets for the area. Amboy is a small town located in Lee County, Illinois. It is about 12 miles south of Dixon, Illinois, the hometown of former President Ronald Reagan. The population of Amboy is just over 2,500, but it has hosted its fair share of famous residents over the years. This cozy farming community has been a hub for some of the country's most interesting characters.

The southwestern section of the city is mostly a working-class residential neighborhood. There is a 10-story building at the intersection of Smith Street, New Brunswick Avenue, and State Street. This area is primarily residential, though it used to be more industrial. Most of the area's commercial businesses are now located on Smith Street, which is west of the NJ Transit train tracks. The waterfront is home to several seafood restaurants and is known as the "high school section."

Perth Amboy was founded in 1683 and incorporated as a city in 1718. It was founded by English merchants, Scots seeking religious freedom, and French Protestants. Its downtown is centered around Smith Street, which is seven blocks long and bustling with stores that cater to working-class residents. In addition to Smith Street, Amboy has an Urban Enterprise Zone, which offers businesses a reduced sales tax rate of 3 1/2 percent.