Lewistown, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
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
1,828 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,022 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
12.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$84,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$428 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$468 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
1
Canton Urban Area
1
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Fulton County
2
Canton Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 7 24
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 51
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 47, IL State House District 94, IL
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Schools

New Horizons
<1 miles, S
Central Elem School
<1 miles, S • 1 star
Lewistown Jr/Sr High School
<1 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Cuba Middle School
6 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Spoon River College
10 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Western Illinois University
28 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Mason District Hospital
8 miles, S • 4.1 star
Graham Hospital Association
12 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Mc Donough District Hospital
27 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
46 miles, S • 1 star
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