Pleasant Plains, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
785 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,542 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$152,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$622 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$683 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sangamon County
6
Springfield Metro Area
6
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sangamon County
6
Springfield Metro Area
6
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 53
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 3 0 43
Dec 3 5 30

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 70%
Hillary Clinton 23%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 54, IL State House District 108, IL
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Schools

Pleasant Plains High School
<1 miles, N • 3.7 star
A-C Central Middle School
5 miles, NW • 1 star
A-C Central High School
5 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Pleasant Plains Middle School
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
15 miles, SE • 2.3 star
St Johns Hospital
15 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Passavant Area Hospital
20 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
13 miles, SE • 1 star
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