Washington County, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
13,682 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
66.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
24.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$75,652 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$602 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$579 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 30
Feb 2 3 34
Mar 3 1 44
Apr 4 0 55
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 2 0 76
Sep 2 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 2 2 33

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 55, IL State House District 109, IL
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Schools

Nashville Grade School
2 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Nashville Comm High School
2 miles, SE • 3.2 star

Colleges

Kaskaskia College
19 miles, NE • 1.4 star
McKendree University
28 miles, NW • 2.8 star
Career Center of Southern Illinois
29 miles, W • 1.9 star
Southwestern Illinois College
30 miles, NW • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Pinckneyville Community Hospital
19 miles, S • 3.2 star
St Josephs Hospital
20 miles, N • 5 star

Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
78 miles, SW • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
96 miles, S • 1 star