Belvidere, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
24,510 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,462 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$153,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$615 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$773 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Boone County
3
Rockford 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

Boone County
3
Rockford Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 21
Feb 1 8 25
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 10 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 40%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 34, IL State House District 68, IL
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Schools

Perry Elem School
2 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Seth Whitman Elem Sch
2 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Belvidere Central Middle School
2 miles, E • 1.4 star
Belvidere North High Sch
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Rasmussen College-Illinois
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Rock Valley College
6 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Osf Saint Anthony Medical Center
6 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Swedish American Hospital
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Mercyhealth Hospital Rockton Avenue
11 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Mercy Harvard Hospital
18 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
67 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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