North Palmyra Township, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
839 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
79.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,641 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$120,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$578 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$371 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
62.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Macoupin County
2
St. Louis Metro 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

Macoupin County
3
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 2 42
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 4 31

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 27%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, IL State Senate District 50, IL State House District 100, IL
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Schools

Northwestern Elem School
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Northwestern High School
2 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Northwestern Jr High School
2 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Waverly Elementary School
8 miles, NE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Blackburn College
14 miles, S • 1.9 star
MacMurray College
22 miles, N • 1.9 star
Illinois College
22 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Passavant Area Hospital
24 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
30 miles, NE • 1 star
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