Buda, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
511 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,922 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$69,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$616 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bureau County
2
Ottawa Urban 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

Bureau County
2
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 22
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 3 0 49
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 0 40
Dec 2 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 53% 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 64%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 5%

Schools

Bureau Valley South
<1 miles, NW 1.4 star
Neponset Grade School
6 miles, W 2.8 star
Bureau Valley High School
9 miles, N 2.3 star

Colleges

Illinois Valley Community College
30 miles, SE 1.4 star
Sauk Valley Community College
34 miles, NE 1.4 star

Hospitals

Perry Memorial Hospital
12 miles, E 3.2 star
Osf Saint Lukes Medical Center
16 miles, W 4.1 star
St Margarets Hospital
25 miles, E 3.2 star
Hammond Henry Hospital
26 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
44 miles, NW 1.4 star