Fairfield Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
92 332.4M (US)
Median Age
63.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
83.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$93,854 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,363 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$570 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bureau County
2
Ottawa 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

Bureau County
2
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 8 22
Feb 2 6 27
Mar 2 3 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 9 26

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

Tampico Elem School
6 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Bureau Valley High School
9 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Morrison Institute of Technology
20 miles, N • 3.2 star
Sauk Valley Community College
22 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Black Hawk College
34 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cgh Medical Center
19 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Hammond Henry Hospital
19 miles, W • 4.1 star
Perry Memorial Hospital
22 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
37 miles, W • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
76 miles, N • 1 star
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