Leland, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
1,102 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
28.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$74,911 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$693 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$778 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

LaSalle County
2
Ottawa Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

LaSalle County
3
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 21
Feb 2 7 26
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 2 0 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 39
Dec 2 9 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (50%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 59%
Hillary Clinton 34%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 74, IL
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Schools

Leland Elem School
<1 miles, N • 1.4 star
Leland High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Somonauk Middle School
6 miles, E • 3.2 star
Somonauk High School
6 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Waubonsee Community College
21 miles, E • 1.9 star
Northern Illinois University
22 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Kishwaukee College
23 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Valley West Community Hospital
10 miles, E • 5 star
Osf Saint Paul Medical Center
16 miles, W • 5 star
Kishwaukee Community Hospital
24 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

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