Franklin Grove Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
1,431 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$65,208 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
15.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$490 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$663 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
3
Dixon Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Lee County
3
Dixon Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 19
Feb 2 5 24
Mar 2 3 36
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 30%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 74, IL
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Schools

Ashton-Franklin Center Elem Sch
1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Sauk Valley Community College
15 miles, W • 1.4 star
Kishwaukee College
24 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northern Illinois University
29 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
9 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Cgh Medical Center
20 miles, W • 3.2 star
Osf Saint Paul Medical Center
21 miles, S • 5 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
67 miles, W • 1.4 star
Chicago Midway International Airport
80 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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