Carlyle, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
3,134 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,083 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$151,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$492 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$740 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 4 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 3 34

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 67%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 6%

Schools

Carlyle Junior High School
<1 miles, SE 1.9 star
Carlyle High School
<1 miles, S 2.8 star
Carlyle Elementary School
<1 miles, S 3.2 star
Beckemeyer Elem School
4 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Kaskaskia College
11 miles, SE 1.4 star
Greenville University
19 miles, N 1.9 star
McKendree University
24 miles, W 2.8 star
Southwestern Illinois College
30 miles, W 1.4 star

Hospitals

St Josephs Hospital
8 miles, NW 5 star
St Joseph's Hospital
18 miles, NW 5 star
Hshs Holy Family Hospial Inc
19 miles, N 4.1 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
86 miles, N 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
97 miles, SW 1 star