Mill Shoals, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
138 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
9.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$60,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$298 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$470 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
81.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

White County
3
Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

White County
3
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 31
Feb 3 4 34
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
Dec 4 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 82%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 58, IL State House District 116, IL
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Schools

New Hope Elem School
5 miles, N • 2.8 star
Fairfield Comm High School
9 miles, N • 2.3 star
Center Street Elem School
9 miles, N • 1.9 star
North Side Elem School
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Frontier Community College
9 miles, N • 1.4 star
Rend Lake College
32 miles, W • 1.4 star
Wabash Valley College
33 miles, E • 1.4 star
Southeastern Illinois College
35 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Fairfield Memorial Hospital 1
9 miles, N • 4.1 star
Hamilton Memorial Hospital
15 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Clay County Hospital
31 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
47 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
85 miles, SW • 1 star
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