Joy, IL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
5/10
home
Housing
9/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
6/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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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
377
332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
5.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$64,583
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.1%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$82,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$538
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$568
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.6%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Mercer County
1
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island 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
Mercer County
1
Davenport-Moline-Rock Island Metro Area
5
Illinois
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 8 | 22 |
| Feb | 2 | 7 | 26 |
| Mar | 3 | 4 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 2 | 1 | 39 |
| Dec | 2 | 7 | 26 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 59%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 47, IL State House District 94, ILSchools
Mercer County Jr High School
<1 miles, N
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1.4
New Boston Elem School
6 miles, W
•
1.4
Mercer County Intermediate School
6 miles, SE
•
1.4
Apollo Elem School
6 miles, SE
•
1.4
Colleges
Monmouth College
23 miles, S
•
2.3
Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences
26 miles, NE
Augustana College
27 miles, NE
•
3.2
Eastern Iowa Community College District
28 miles, NE
•
1.4
Hospitals
Genesis Medical Center, Aledo
6 miles, E
•
4.1
Trinity Muscatine
19 miles, N
•
4.1
Osf Holy Family Medical Center
22 miles, S
•
4.1
Trinity-Rock Island
25 miles, NE
•
3.2
Airports
Quad City International Airport
26 miles, E
•
1.4
The Eastern Iowa Airport
64 miles, N
•
1.4
General Downing-Peoria International Airport
72 miles, SE
•
1.4
Dubuque Regional Airport
84 miles, NE
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