Athens, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
2,146 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$663 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$653 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Menard County
1
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Menard County
1
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 26
Feb 2 4 30
Mar 2 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 42
Dec 2 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 54, IL State House District 108, IL
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Schools

Athens Junior High School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Athens Sr High School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Cantrall Intermediate School
3 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Cantrall Elem School
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
St Johns Hospital
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Hospital
22 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
8 miles, S • 1 star
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