Brussels, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 3/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
136 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
46 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$126,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$700 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$366 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
30.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Calhoun 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

Calhoun County
2
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 30
Feb 2 4 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 72%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 100, IL
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Schools

Brussels High School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Brussels Grade School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Il Youth Center - Pere Marquette
7 miles, E • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lindenwood University
12 miles, S • 2.3 star
St Charles Community College
13 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Barnes-Jewish St Peters Hospital
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
Ssm St Joseph Health Center
13 miles, S • 3.2 star
Ssm St Joseph Hospital West
14 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Ssm Depaul Health Center
16 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
79 miles, NE • 1 star
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