Mount Pleasant Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
4,743 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,958 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$141,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$542 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$734 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Whiteside County
2
Sterling Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Whiteside County
3
Sterling Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 21
Feb 2 5 25
Mar 2 3 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 38
Dec 2 8 24

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 51%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 8%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 74, IL
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Schools

Northside School
3 miles, NW
Morrison Jr High School
3 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Morrison Institute of Technology
3 miles, W • 3.2 star
Sauk Valley Community College
16 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cgh Medical Center
11 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Mercyone Clinton Medical Center
15 miles, NW • 5 star
Katherine Shaw Bethea Hospital
22 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
40 miles, W • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
58 miles, N • 1 star
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