Avon, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
670 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$393 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$478 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
1
Canton Urban Area
1
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
2
Canton Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 23
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 2 2 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 5 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 2 0 54
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 7 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

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. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (49%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Abingdon-Avon Middle Sch
<1 miles, E • 1 star
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Colleges

Western Illinois University
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Knox College
20 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Monmouth College
20 miles, N • 2.3 star
Spoon River College
21 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mc Donough District Hospital
19 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Galesburg Cottage Hospital
21 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Osf Holy Family Medical Center
21 miles, N • 4.1 star
Graham Hospital Association
22 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
54 miles, N • 1.4 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
69 miles, S • 1 star
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