Dongola, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
576 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$67,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$386 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
3
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

Union County
3
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 3 34
Feb 4 4 38
Mar 5 1 47
Apr 5 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 75
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 70
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 5 0 48
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 66%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 59, IL State House District 118, IL
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Schools

Dongola Jr High School
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
Dongola High School
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Dongola Elementary School
<1 miles, NE • 1 star
Century Elementary School
7 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Shawnee Community College
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Southeast Missouri State University
20 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Southeasthealth
21 miles, W • 1.4 star
Saint Francis Medical Center
23 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
24 miles, W • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
30 miles, SE • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
101 miles, E • 1.4 star
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