Seneca, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
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
2,525 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,065 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
2.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$206,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$714 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$796 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.1% 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 6 23
Feb 2 5 26
Mar 3 2 38
Apr 3 0 49
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 0 41
Dec 2 6 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 49% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (46%) (49%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 106, IL
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Schools

Seneca Elem School South Campus
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Seneca Grade School North Campus
<1 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Seneca High School
1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Marseilles Elementary School
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

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

Valley West Community Hospital
24 miles, N • 5 star
Illinois Valley Community Hospital
27 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

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