Gridley, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,339 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,688 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$134,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$529 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$615 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McLean County
4
Bloomington 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

McLean County
4
Bloomington Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 24
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 31%
Other 7%

Schools

El Paso-Gridley Jr High School
<1 miles, W 1.4 star
El Paso-Gridley High School
7 miles, NW 3.2 star
Salem Ranch Jr Sr High School
7 miles, NE 1 star
Centennial School
7 miles, NW 3.2 star

Colleges

Heartland Community College
16 miles, SW 1.4 star
Illinois State University
17 miles, SW 2.8 star
Illinois Wesleyan University
18 miles, SW 3.7 star

Hospitals

Saint James Hospital
14 miles, E 4.1 star
Advocate Bromenn Medical Center
18 miles, SW 3.2 star
St Joseph Medical Center
19 miles, SW 4.1 star
Advocate Eureka Hospital
20 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
75 miles, SW 1 star