LaPlace, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
130 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
84.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$67,125 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
16 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$80,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$527 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$342 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
84.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Piatt County
2
Champaign-Urbana Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Piatt County
1
Champaign-Urbana Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 26
Feb 2 4 30
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 5 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 44, IL State House District 88, IL
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Schools

Cerro Gordo Jr and Sr High Sch
6 miles, N • 3.7 star
Cerro Gordo Elem School
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
Lovington Grade School
8 miles, S • 1.4 star
Mt Zion Jr High School
9 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Richland Community College
11 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Millikin University
14 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Marys Hospital
12 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Decatur Memorial Hospital
14 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Hshs Good Shepherd Hospital Inc
28 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
51 miles, NW • 1 star
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