Dowell, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
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
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
287 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$42,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$431 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$582 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
74.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Carbondale Urban Area
5
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
6
Carbondale Urban Area
6
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 32
Feb 2 2 36
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 9%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Christian Fellowship School
2 miles, NE • 5 star
Elverado High School
2 miles, S • 2.3 star
Du Quoin Middle School
4 miles, NE • 1 star
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Colleges

John A Logan College
16 miles, S • 1.4 star
Rend Lake College
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kaskaskia College
43 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Marshall Browning Hospital
6 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Pinckneyville Community Hospital
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
St Joseph Memorial Hospital
12 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
15 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
53 miles, SW • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
66 miles, S • 1 star
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