Afton Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
927 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
35.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$105,574 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$256,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$973 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$883 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
94.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
4
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

DeKalb County
4
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 21
Feb 2 6 25
Mar 2 3 36
Apr 3 0 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 7 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 49% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 45%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, IL State Senate District 38, IL State House District 76, IL
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Schools

St Mary School
2 miles, N
Huntley Middle School
4 miles, NE • 1 star
Lincoln Elementary School
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Northern Illinois University
5 miles, N • 2.8 star
Kishwaukee College
8 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Kishwaukee Community Hospital
8 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Valley West Community Hospital
16 miles, S • 5 star
Delnor Community Hospital
22 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
52 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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