Lanark, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
1,510 332.4M (US)
Median Age
36.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$467 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$550 $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

Carroll County
2
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

Carroll County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 20
Feb 2 6 25
Mar 2 4 36
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 9 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 57%
Hillary Clinton 35%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, IL State Senate District 45, IL State House District 89, IL
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Schools

Eastland Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
Eastland Elementary School
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Chadwick Elem School
7 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Chadwick Junior High School
7 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Highland Community College
15 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Morrison Institute of Technology
22 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Sauk Valley Community College
23 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fhn Memorial Hospital
17 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Cgh Medical Center
22 miles, S • 3.2 star
Mercyone Clinton Medical Center
25 miles, W • 5 star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
49 miles, NW • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
57 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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