Edgewood, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
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
357 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$72,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$416 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$436 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Effingham County
2
Effingham Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Effingham County
3
Effingham Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 5 29
Feb 2 3 33
Mar 3 2 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 72% leaning right.

Liberal (25%) (72%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 14%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 55, IL State House District 110, IL
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Schools

South Central High School
8 miles, W • 2.3 star
Altamont Grade School
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
Altamont High School
10 miles, N • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Olney Central College
33 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lake Land College
37 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Kaskaskia College
38 miles, W • 1.4 star
Greenville University
40 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

St Anthonys Memorial Hospital
15 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Clay County Hospital
20 miles, S • 2.3 star
Salem Township Hospital
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
84 miles, N • 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
86 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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