Congressional District 16, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
750,034 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,941 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$192,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$677 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$785 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 22
Feb 1 6 26
Mar 2 3 37
Apr 3 0 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 7 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% 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 55%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

Princeton High School
2 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Logan Jr High School
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Illinois Valley Community College
19 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Sauk Valley Community College
30 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Perry Memorial Hospital
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
St Margarets Hospital
14 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Illinois Valley Community Hospital
17 miles, SE • 5 star
Osf Saint Paul Medical Center
21 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
55 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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