Lena, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,778 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
27.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$76,076 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$154,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$629 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$497 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
76.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stephenson County
2
Freeport 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

Stephenson County
4
Freeport Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 19
Feb 1 7 24
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 3 0 62
Oct 3 0 50
Nov 3 1 37
Dec 2 10 23

Hazards

Blizzard

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Schools

Lena-Winslow High School
<1 miles, E 3.7 star
Lena-Winslow Elem School
<1 miles, SE 2.8 star
Lena-Winslow Jr High School
<1 miles, SE 3.2 star
Pearl City High School
8 miles, SW 4.1 star

Colleges

Highland Community College
10 miles, SE 1.4 star
Sauk Valley Community College
40 miles, S 1.4 star
Morrison Institute of Technology
41 miles, SW 3.2 star

Hospitals

Fhn Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SE 4.1 star
The Monroe Clinic
18 miles, NE 5 star

Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
45 miles, NW 1 star
Quad City International Airport
73 miles, SW 1.4 star