Junction City, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
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
753 332.4M (US)
Median Age
34.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
2.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$53,333 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$71,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$528 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$584 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marion County
4
Centralia Urban 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

Marion County
4
Centralia Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 30
Feb 3 3 34
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 33

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 54% leaning right.

Liberal (43%) (54%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 25%
Other 5%

Schools

Central City Elem School
2 miles, SW 1 star
Sandoval Elem School
3 miles, NE 1.4 star
Sandoval Jr High School
3 miles, N 1 star

Colleges

Kaskaskia College
4 miles, W 1.4 star
Greenville University
27 miles, N 1.9 star
Rend Lake College
33 miles, S 1.4 star
McKendree University
37 miles, NW 2.8 star

Hospitals

Salem Township Hospital
11 miles, E 4.1 star
Ssm Health-Good Samaritan Hospital
21 miles, S 4.1 star
Crossroads Community Hospital
21 miles, S 3.2 star

Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
92 miles, N 1 star
Evansville Regional Airport
94 miles, SE 1.4 star