Limestone, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
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
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
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
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
1,338 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,625 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$212,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$633 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,288 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
94.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kankakee County
4
Kankakee Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Kankakee County
4
Kankakee Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 22
Feb 2 5 26
Mar 3 3 38
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

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 49% leaning right.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 4%

Schools

Limestone Middle Sch
1 miles, SW 2.3 star
Noel Levasseur Elem School
4 miles, E 1.9 star
Liberty Intermediate School
4 miles, E 1.4 star
Bradley West Elem School
4 miles, SE 1 star

Colleges

Olivet Nazarene University
4 miles, E 1.9 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley
6 miles, E 1.4 star
Kankakee Community College
6 miles, SE 1.4 star
Governors State University
24 miles, NE 1.9 star

Hospitals

Riverside Medical Center
4 miles, SE 3.2 star
Presence St Marys Hospital
5 miles, SE 4.1 star

Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
45 miles, NE 4.1 star