Highland, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
10,268 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,886 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$185,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$771 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$630 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.2% 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 30
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 55, IL State House District 109, IL
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Schools

Highland Middle School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Highland High School
1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Highland Elementary School
3 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

McKendree University
13 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Greenville University
17 miles, E • 1.9 star
Southwestern Illinois College
22 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

St Joseph's Hospital
1 miles, SE • 5 star
St Josephs Hospital
13 miles, S • 5 star
Anderson Hospital
14 miles, W • 4.1 star
Hshs Holy Family Hospial Inc
18 miles, E • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
74 miles, NE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
107 miles, S • 1 star
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