Du Bois, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
139 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,833 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$69,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$415 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$519 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Washington County
2
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

Washington County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 30
Feb 3 4 35
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 58, IL State House District 115, IL
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Schools

Tamaroa Elem School
6 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Ashley Com Consolidated School
8 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Waltonville High School
9 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Waltonville Grade School
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Rend Lake College
17 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Kaskaskia College
24 miles, NE • 1.4 star
John A Logan College
33 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Pinckneyville Community Hospital
13 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Marshall Browning Hospital
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Crossroads Community Hospital
16 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
72 miles, SW • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
84 miles, S • 1 star
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