Colfax, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
955 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$71,528 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$123,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$480 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$625 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McLean County
4
Bloomington 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

McLean County
4
Bloomington Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 24
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 6 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 44, IL State House District 88, IL
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Schools

Ridgeview High School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Ridgeview Jr High School
<1 miles, S • 1 star
Ridgeview Elementary School
<1 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lexington Jr High School
10 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Illinois State University
20 miles, W • 2.8 star
Illinois Wesleyan University
20 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph Medical Center
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
Advocate Bromenn Medical Center
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
Saint James Hospital
21 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
75 miles, W • 1 star
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