Virden, 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 3/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
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
3,165 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
64.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$78,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$98,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$526 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$567 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Macoupin County
2
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

Macoupin County
3
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 5 27
Feb 2 4 31
Mar 3 2 42
Apr 4 0 53
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 73
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 4 0 43
Dec 3 4 30

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (44%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 13, IL State Senate District 54, IL State House District 108, IL
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Schools

North Mac High School
<1 miles, NE • 2.8 star
North Mac Middle School
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
North Mac Intermediate
4 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Blackburn College
16 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Lincoln Land Community College
17 miles, NE • 1.4 star
University of Illinois at Springfield
18 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Memorial Medical Center
22 miles, NE • 2.3 star
St Johns Hospital
22 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
24 miles, NE • 1 star
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