Lacon Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
2,381 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,637 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$148,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$620 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$643 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Marshall County
2
Peoria 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

Marshall County
2
Peoria Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 23
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Schools

Midland Elementary School
4 miles, N 2.3 star
Midland Middle School
5 miles, N 2.3 star
IVC Learning Center
6 miles, W 3.2 star

Colleges

Midstate College
18 miles, SW 1.4 star
Eureka College
19 miles, S 1.9 star
Illinois Central College
20 miles, SW 1.4 star

Hospitals

Proctor Hospital
18 miles, SW 4.1 star
Advocate Eureka Hospital
19 miles, S 3.2 star
Saint Francis Medical Center
21 miles, SW 1.4 star
Methodist Medical Center of Illinois
21 miles, SW 4.1 star

Airports

Quad City International Airport
66 miles, NW 1.4 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
79 miles, SW 1 star