Eastern Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
575 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
79.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
44 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$447 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$419 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Franklin 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

Franklin County
3
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 32
Feb 3 2 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 59, IL State House District 117, IL
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Schools

Akin Comm Cons Elem School
<1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Thompsonville Grade School
5 miles, SW • 1 star
Thompsonville High School
5 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Rend Lake College
13 miles, N • 1.4 star
Southeastern Illinois College
24 miles, SE • 1.4 star
John A Logan College
25 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Franklin Hospital
9 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Hamilton Memorial Hospital
14 miles, E • 2.3 star
Heartland Regional Medical Center
21 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Barkley Regional Airport
64 miles, SW • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
67 miles, E • 1.4 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
69 miles, SW • 1 star
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