Eureka, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
5,095 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
56.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,172 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$599 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$634 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Woodford County
1
Peoria 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

Woodford County
1
Peoria Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 24
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 105, IL
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Schools

Eureka High School
<1 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Davenport Elem School
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Eureka Middle School
1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Countryside Private School Inc
3 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Eureka College
<1 miles, E • 1.9 star
Illinois Central College
13 miles, W • 1.4 star
Oehrlein School of Cosmetology
15 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Advocate Eureka Hospital
<1 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Saint Francis Medical Center
16 miles, W • 1.4 star
Proctor Hospital
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
64 miles, SW • 1 star
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