Burgess Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
1,960 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,987 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$469 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$571 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bond County
1
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

Bond County
2
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 2 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 69
Oct 2 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 2 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 55, IL State House District 109, IL
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Schools

Pocahontas Center
3 miles, NE • 2.3 star
St Rose Elem School
7 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Grantfork Upper Elementary Sch
7 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Highland Middle School
7 miles, W • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Greenville University
11 miles, NE • 1.9 star
McKendree University
19 miles, W • 2.8 star
Kaskaskia College
25 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph's Hospital
7 miles, W • 5 star
Hshs Holy Family Hospial Inc
11 miles, NE • 4.1 star
St Josephs Hospital
11 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
74 miles, N • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
108 miles, SW • 1 star
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