Ross Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
1,550 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$61,786 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$88,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$559 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$493 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Edgar County
4
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

Edgar County
2
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 26
Feb 2 4 30
Mar 3 1 41
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 3 0 74
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 55
Nov 4 0 42
Dec 3 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 68%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 15, IL State Senate District 51, IL State House District 102, IL
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Schools

Chrisman High School
3 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Chrisman Elem School
3 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Danville Area Community College
21 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
26 miles, S • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Paris Community Hospital
16 miles, S • 4.1 star
Union Hospital Clinton
21 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Osf Sacred Heart Medical Center
21 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
76 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
104 miles, NW • 1 star
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