Maroa Township, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
2,222 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,188 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$680 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$663 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Macon County
4
Decatur 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

Macon County
5
Decatur Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 25
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 42
Dec 3 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 44, IL State House District 87, IL
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Schools

Maroa-Forsyth Senior High Sch
2 miles, N • 3.7 star
Maroa-Forsyth Middle School
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Maroa-Forsyth Grade School
5 miles, S • 3.2 star
Argenta-Oreana Elementary School
7 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Richland Community College
10 miles, S • 1.4 star
Millikin University
12 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Decatur Memorial Hospital
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Marys Hospital
13 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
40 miles, W • 1 star
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