Abingdon, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
3,424 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,414 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$473 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$497 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Knox County
3
Galesburg Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Knox County
3
Galesburg Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 23
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 2 2 39
Apr 4 0 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 2 0 53
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 7 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, IL State Senate District 47, IL State House District 94, IL
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Schools

Hedding Grade Sch
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
Abingdon-Avon High Sch
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Knox College
10 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Carl Sandburg College
12 miles, N • 1.4 star
Monmouth College
14 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Galesburg Cottage Hospital
11 miles, NE • 2.3 star
St Mary Medical Center
13 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Osf Holy Family Medical Center
16 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Graham Hospital Association
26 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
45 miles, N • 1.4 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
76 miles, S • 1 star
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