Hettick, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
135 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$50,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
41 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$625 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$367 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Macoupin County
2
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

Macoupin County
3
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 27
Feb 2 5 32
Mar 3 2 42
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 56
Nov 4 1 43
Dec 3 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 43% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 6%

Schools

Northwestern High School
7 miles, NE 3.2 star
Northwestern Jr High School
7 miles, NE 1.4 star
Northwestern Elem School
7 miles, NE 1.4 star
Greenfield High School
9 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Blackburn College
10 miles, SE 1.9 star
MacMurray College
28 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Jersey Community Hospital
24 miles, SW 5 star
St Francis Hospital
24 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
39 miles, NE 1 star