Pekin, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
31,812 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,355 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$118,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$567 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$637 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Tazewell County
3
Peoria 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

Tazewell County
3
Peoria Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 24
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 1 51
May 5 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 75
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 64%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 47, IL State House District 93, IL
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Schools

Pekin Community High School
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Willow Elem School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Broadmoor Junior High School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Dirksen Elementary School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Oehrlein School of Cosmetology
8 miles, NE • 1 star
Bradley University
9 miles, NE • 3.7 star
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Hospitals

Pekin Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, W • 2.3 star
Saint Francis Medical Center
9 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Proctor Hospital
13 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
50 miles, SW • 1 star
Quad City International Airport
76 miles, N • 1.4 star
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