Elsah, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
655 332.4M (US)
Median Age
20.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
36.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
61.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$83,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
39.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$207,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$586 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,354 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jersey County
2
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

Jersey County
3
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 29
Feb 2 4 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
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 a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 38%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 100, IL
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Schools

Grafton Elem School
4 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Il Youth Center - Pere Marquette
6 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Orchard Farm High School
6 miles, W • 4.1 star
Orchard Farm Elementary
6 miles, W • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Lewis and Clark Community College
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Saint Louis Christian College
13 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Osf Saint Anthony's Health Center
10 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Jersey Community Hospital
11 miles, NE • 5 star
Alton Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
71 miles, NE • 1 star
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