Bourbon Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 7/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Moderately Bikeable. Biking is possible but may be limited by inconsistent infrastructure, traffic conditions, or distance to amenities.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
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
4,085 332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,784 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$207,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$520 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$572 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Douglas County
2
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

Douglas County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 26
Feb 2 3 30
Mar 3 1 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 4 0 42
Dec 3 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 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 51, IL State House District 101, IL
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Schools

Pleasant View School
2 miles, SW • 1 star
Northside School
2 miles, NW
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Colleges

Lake Land College
20 miles, S • 1.4 star
Eastern Illinois University
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
Richland Community College
29 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
16 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Marys Hospital
29 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Hshs Good Shepherd Hospital Inc
29 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
68 miles, NW • 1 star
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