New Bedford, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
48 332.4M (US)
Median Age
62.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
39.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
2.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,464 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$294 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$831 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Bureau County
2
Ottawa 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

Bureau County
2
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 9 22
Feb 2 6 26
Mar 2 3 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 9 26

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 61%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

Bureau Valley High School
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
Bureau Valley North
7 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Sauk Valley Community College
22 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Morrison Institute of Technology
24 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Hospitals

Perry Memorial Hospital
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Cgh Medical Center
20 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Hammond Henry Hospital
23 miles, W • 4.1 star
Osf Saint Lukes Medical Center
23 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
41 miles, W • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
80 miles, N • 1 star
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