State House District 115, 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 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
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
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
107,782 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
22.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,720 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$167,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$551 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$578 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 31
Feb 2 2 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 55
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 3 2 34

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (41%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Schools

Sparta High School
2 miles, N 1.9 star
Sparta Lincoln School
3 miles, N 1.4 star
Steeleville Elem School
7 miles, S 1.4 star

Colleges

Career Center of Southern Illinois
19 miles, NW 1.9 star
Southwestern Illinois College
32 miles, N 1.4 star
McKendree University
36 miles, N 2.8 star

Hospitals

Sparta Community Hospital
2 miles, NE 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SW 4.1 star
Pinckneyville Community Hospital
18 miles, SE 3.2 star
Red Bud Regional Hospital
18 miles, NW 4.1 star

Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
61 miles, S 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
88 miles, S 1 star