Ashland Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,010 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$486 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$288 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
4
Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cass County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 2 0 73
Sep 2 0 66
Oct 2 0 55
Nov 2 0 43
Dec 2 5 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 99, IL
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Schools

A-C Central Middle School
2 miles, S • 1 star
A-C Central High School
2 miles, S • 3.7 star
Pleasant Plains High School
6 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Virginia Elem School
11 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

MacMurray College
17 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Illinois College
17 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Passavant Area Hospital
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
Memorial Medical Center
21 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Johns Hospital
21 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
19 miles, SE • 1 star
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