Smithton Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
4,121 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
78.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
41.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$116,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
94.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$260,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$775 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$715 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Clair County
5
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 3 34

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 33%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 57, IL State House District 114, IL
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Schools

Smithton Elem School
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Westhaven Elementary
4 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Central Jr High School
4 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Freeburg Community High Sch
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Southwestern Illinois College
6 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Career Center of Southern Illinois
10 miles, S • 1.9 star
McKendree University
15 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Hospital
8 miles, N • 2.3 star
Memorial Hospital East
10 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Hshs St Elizabeth's Hospital
11 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Touchette Regional Hospital Inc
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
86 miles, S • 1 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
99 miles, NE • 1 star
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