Melvin, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher 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
376 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$62,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$323 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ford County
4
Champaign-Urbana Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ford County
2
Champaign-Urbana Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 24
Feb 2 4 28
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 5 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 30% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 106, IL
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Schools

GCMS Middle School
9 miles, W • 2.8 star
GCMS Elementary School
9 miles, W • 1.9 star
GCMS High School
9 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Parkland College
30 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Iroquois Memorial Hospital
30 miles, E • 2.3 star
Saint James Hospital
31 miles, NW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
88 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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