Ridgway, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
764 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,404 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$459 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$426 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Gallatin County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Gallatin County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 33
Feb 3 3 37
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 3 0 58
Nov 4 0 47
Dec 4 2 36

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 59, IL State House District 117, IL
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Schools

Gallatin Elementary School
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Gallatin Junior High School
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Gallatin High School
4 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Eldorado High School
10 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Southeastern Illinois College
10 miles, W • 1.4 star
Henderson Community College
33 miles, E • 1.4 star
University of Southern Indiana
34 miles, E • 1.9 star
Rogers Academy of Hair Design
38 miles, E • 1 star
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Hospitals

Harrisburg Medical Center
15 miles, W • 2.3 star
Methodist Hospital Union County
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Hamilton Memorial Hospital
25 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
43 miles, E • 1.4 star
Barkley Regional Airport
58 miles, SW • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
82 miles, W • 1 star
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