Du Quoin, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
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
5,780 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,632 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$78,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$478 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$474 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
54.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Perry 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

Perry County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 32
Feb 3 2 35
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 3 2 35

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Du Quoin Elementary School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Du Quoin High School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Du Quoin Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 1 star
Project SOAR
<1 miles, NE
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Colleges

John A Logan College
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
Rend Lake College
19 miles, E • 1.4 star
Kaskaskia College
39 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Marshall Browning Hospital
2 miles, N • 2.3 star
Pinckneyville Community Hospital
9 miles, NW • 3.2 star
St Joseph Memorial Hospital
17 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Franklin Hospital
17 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
57 miles, SW • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
70 miles, S • 1 star
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