Brookport, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
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
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
680 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,781 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
73.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$391 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$538 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Massac County
4
Paducah Metro Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Massac County
6
Paducah Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 34
Feb 4 2 38
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 5 0 57
May 5 0 67
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 4 2 37

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 59, IL State House District 117, IL
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Schools

Brookport Elementary School
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Unity Elem School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
McNabb Elementary School
3 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Shawnee Community College
24 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Murray State University
39 miles, S • 1.9 star
Southeastern Illinois College
44 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Baptist Health Paducah
4 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Lourdes Hospital
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Massac Memorial Hospital
7 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Marshall County Hospital
23 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
9 miles, W • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
52 miles, NW • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
87 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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