Melrose Township, IL
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
7/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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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
5,696
332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.1 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
34.5%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$80,716
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.6%
88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.0%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$219,300
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$534
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$580
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.1%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Adams County
4
Quincy Urban 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
Adams County
4
Quincy Urban Area
4
Illinois
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 26 |
| Feb | 2 | 5 | 31 |
| Mar | 2 | 1 | 41 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 76 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 3 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 2 | 4 | 30 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.
Liberal (31%) (66%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 72%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 99, ILSchools
Lincoln-Douglas Elementary School
2 miles, NW
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1.9
Quincy Sr High School
3 miles, N
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2.3
Sarah Atwater Denman Elem Site 2
3 miles, N
•
1.4
Baldwin Intermediate
4 miles, N
•
1.4
Colleges
John Wood Community College
2 miles, NE
•
1.4
Gem City College
4 miles, NW
•
1.4
Quincy University
4 miles, N
•
2.3
Hospitals
Hannibal Regional Hospital
13 miles, SW
•
2.3
Illini Community Hospital
34 miles, SE
•
3.2
Pike County Memorial Hospital
34 miles, S
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3.2
Blessing Hospital
35 miles, N
•
4.1
Airports
Quincy Regional Airport-Baldwin Field
9 miles, E
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1
Columbia Regional Airport
87 miles, SW
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1
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
88 miles, SE
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1
St Louis Lambert International Airport
94 miles, S
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3.7