Bradley, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
15,331 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,940 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$164,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$586 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,012 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kankakee County
4
Kankakee Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kankakee County
4
Kankakee Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 23
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, IL State Senate District 40, IL State House District 79, IL
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Schools

Shabbona Elem School
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Bradley-Bourbonnais C High School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Olivet Nazarene University
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Kankakee Community College
5 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Governors State University
21 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Presence St Marys Hospital
3 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Riverside Medical Center
3 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
43 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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