Edwardsville Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
40,442 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
53.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,845 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$272,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$822 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$950 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
3
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Madison County
4
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 2 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 2 0 56
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 2 2 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (55%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 40%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, IL State Senate District 56, IL State House District 112, IL
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Schools

District 7 Alternative School
<1 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Edwardsville High School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Metro-East Lutheran High School
<1 miles, SE • 5 star
Woodland Elementary School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

McKendree University
16 miles, S • 2.8 star
Lewis and Clark Community College
16 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Anderson Hospital
4 miles, S • 4.1 star
Gateway Regional Medical Center
11 miles, W • 1.4 star
Alton Memorial Hospital
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
75 miles, NE • 1 star
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