Chapin, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
618 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,213 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$404 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$575 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Morgan County
3
Jacksonville Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Morgan County
5
Jacksonville Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 27
Feb 2 5 31
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 1 43
Dec 2 5 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 99, IL
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Schools

Triopia Jr-Sr High School
5 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Triopia Grade School
5 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Bluffs High School
7 miles, W • 3.2 star
Bluffs Junior High School
7 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Illinois College
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
MacMurray College
10 miles, SE • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Passavant Area Hospital
8 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Illini Community Hospital
25 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
39 miles, E • 1 star
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