Elk 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 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
1,523 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,607 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$71,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$441 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$508 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Carbondale Urban Area
5
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
6
Carbondale Urban Area
6
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 32
Feb 3 2 36
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 2 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (43%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 59, IL State House District 118, IL
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Schools

Elverado High School
1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Christian Fellowship School
4 miles, N • 5 star
DeSoto Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

John A Logan College
13 miles, S • 1.4 star
Rend Lake College
22 miles, E • 1.4 star
Southeastern Illinois College
44 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Marshall Browning Hospital
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
St Joseph Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
12 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
51 miles, SW • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
63 miles, S • 1 star
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