Prophetstown, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
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
1,828 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$66,797 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
18.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$576 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$498 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Whiteside County
2
Sterling 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

Whiteside County
3
Sterling Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 21
Feb 2 6 26
Mar 3 3 37
Apr 3 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 9 25

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (55%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 47%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 17, IL State Senate District 37, IL State House District 73, IL
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Schools

Prophetstown Elem School
<1 miles, NW • 3.7 star
Prophetstown High School
<1 miles, N • 2.3 star
PLT Middle School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Morrison Institute of Technology
9 miles, N • 3.2 star
Sauk Valley Community College
20 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Cgh Medical Center
15 miles, E • 3.2 star
Hammond Henry Hospital
18 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Mercyone Clinton Medical Center
19 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Quad City International Airport
33 miles, W • 1.4 star
Dubuque Regional Airport
64 miles, N • 1 star
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