New Boston is a city in Mercer County, Illinois, with a population of approximately 632.
Population632
Median Home$100,700
Area0.94 sq mi
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New Boston Man Sentenced To 26 Years In Prison In Drug-Induced Homicide Case
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Mercer County sheriff concerned over emergency response times after loss of New Boston service
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NewsJUL 01, 2025
Guilty Verdict In New Boston Man’s Drug-Induced Homicide Trial
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