Mechanicsburg Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,335 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
23.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$79,432 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$181,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$736 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$499 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
79.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sangamon County
6
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sangamon County
6
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 2 41
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 2 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, IL State Senate District 44, IL State House District 87, IL
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Schools

Tri-City High School
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Tri-City Elem School
2 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Tri-City Jr High School
2 miles, NE • 1 star
Riverton Middle School
5 miles, NW • 1 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

St Johns Hospital
12 miles, W • 2.3 star
Memorial Medical Center
12 miles, W • 2.3 star
Taylorville Memorial Hospital
20 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
13 miles, NW • 1 star
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