Oswego, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
35,463 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
81.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
43.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$119,881 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$319,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,066 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,772 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
87.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kendall County
3
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin 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

Kendall County
3
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 9 22
Feb 2 7 26
Mar 2 3 37
Apr 3 0 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 8 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 48% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (48%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 53%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, IL State Senate District 38, IL State House District 75, IL
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Schools

Oswego High School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
East View Academy School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Oswego GOAL
<1 miles, NW
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Colleges

Aurora University
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
Waubonsee Community College
10 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Copley Memorial Hospital
5 miles, E • 4.1 star
Presence Mercy Medical Center
7 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Edward Hospital
11 miles, E • 5 star
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Airports

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