Deer Grove, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
33 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
92.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$128,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$289 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$580 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Whiteside County
2
Sterling Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Whiteside County
3
Sterling Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 21
Feb 2 6 26
Mar 2 3 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 9 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

Tampico Elem School
5 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Bureau Valley North
6 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Sauk Valley Community College
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Morrison Institute of Technology
19 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Cgh Medical Center
13 miles, N • 3.2 star
Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
19 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Perry Memorial Hospital
20 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
44 miles, W • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
76 miles, N • 1 star
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