Hillcrest, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,679 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,609 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$151,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$584 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$981 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ogle County
2
Rochelle 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

Ogle County
2
Rochelle Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 21
Feb 2 6 25
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 8 25

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 57%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 7%

Schools

Rochelle Twp High School
2 miles, SW 2.3 star
Lincoln Elem School
2 miles, SW 1.4 star
Tilton Elem School
2 miles, SW 3.2 star

Colleges

Kishwaukee College
10 miles, SE 1.9 star
Northern Illinois University
15 miles, SE 2.8 star
Hair Professionals Career College
18 miles, SE 1 star

Hospitals

Kishwaukee Community Hospital
18 miles, SE 4.1 star
Swedish American Hospital
21 miles, N 3.2 star
Osf Saint Anthony Medical Center
21 miles, NE 2.3 star

Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
68 miles, SE 4.1 star