Douglas County, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
19,686 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,186 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$142,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$535 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$588 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.8% 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 2 6 26
Feb 2 3 30
Mar 3 1 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 51, IL State House District 101, IL
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Schools

East Prairie Middle School
3 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Tuscola High School
3 miles, NW • 3.7 star
North Ward Elementary School
4 miles, N • 1.4 star
Arcola Elementary School
8 miles, SW • 1.4 star

Colleges

Eastern Illinois University
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
Parkland College
26 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
19 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Osf Heart of Mary Medical Center
24 miles, N • 3.2 star
The Carle Foundation Hospital
24 miles, NE • 3.2 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
77 miles, NW • 1 star