Brookside Township, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
4,433 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,224 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$87,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clinton County
2
St. Louis 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

Clinton County
1
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 29
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 2 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 55, IL State House District 110, IL
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Schools

Schiller Elem School
4 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Willow Grove Elem School
4 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Kaskaskia College
3 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Greenville University
27 miles, N • 1.9 star
Rend Lake College
32 miles, S • 1.4 star
McKendree University
33 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Salem Township Hospital
17 miles, E • 4.1 star
St Josephs Hospital
18 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
92 miles, SW • 1 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
94 miles, N • 1 star
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