Fort Russell Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
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
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
9,173 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,276 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$254,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$755 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$774 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.6% 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 29
Feb 2 4 35
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
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 leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (51%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 100, IL
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Schools

Meadowbrook Intermediate Sch
2 miles, N • 1.9 star
Midway School
3 miles, NE
Parkside Primary School
3 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Lewis and Clark Community College
12 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Elaine Steven Beauty College
18 miles, W • 1 star
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Hospitals

Alton Memorial Hospital
10 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Anderson Hospital
10 miles, S • 4.1 star
Osf Saint Anthony's Health Center
10 miles, NW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
68 miles, NE • 1 star
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