Iroquois County, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
26,746 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,439 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$125,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$553 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$591 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 23
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 3 2 38
Apr 3 0 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 0 41
Dec 2 5 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (28%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 106, IL
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Schools

Crescent City Grade School
2 miles, N • 2.8 star
Glenn Raymond Middle School
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Watseka Comm High School
6 miles, E • 2.8 star

Colleges

Kankakee Community College
24 miles, N • 1.4 star
Olivet Nazarene University
28 miles, N • 1.9 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley
29 miles, N • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Iroquois Memorial Hospital
5 miles, E • 2.3 star
Presence St Marys Hospital
26 miles, N • 4.1 star
Riverside Medical Center
26 miles, N • 3.2 star

Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
72 miles, NE • 4.1 star