Ransom, 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 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
312 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$69,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
34 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$101,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$504 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$535 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

LaSalle County
2
Ottawa 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

LaSalle County
3
Ottawa Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 24
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 3 3 39
Apr 4 1 51
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 47% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (47%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 58%
Hillary Clinton 36%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 16, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 106, IL
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Schools

Ransom Grade School
<1 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Northlawn Jr High School
10 miles, W • 1.4 star
Streator Twp High School
10 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Illinois Valley Community College
25 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Joliet Junior College
34 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers
19 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Saint James Hospital
20 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Illinois Valley Community Hospital
27 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

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