Freeport, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
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
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
23,636 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$48,181 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$86,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$532 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$590 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stephenson County
2
Freeport 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

Stephenson County
4
Freeport Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 19
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 58
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 37
Dec 2 9 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, IL State Senate District 45, IL State House District 90, IL
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Schools

Freeport Middle School
<1 miles, SE • 1 star
Freeport High School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Blackhawk Elem School
<1 miles, SE • 1 star
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Colleges

Highland Community College
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
Rockford University
32 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Fhn Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
The Monroe Clinic
22 miles, N • 5 star
Mercyhealth Hospital Rockton Avenue
28 miles, E • 2.3 star
Swedish American Hospital
29 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
56 miles, NW • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
73 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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