Waterloo, 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 7/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
11,055 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,005 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$237,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$732 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$742 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
1
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

Monroe County
1
St. Louis Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 31
Feb 2 3 35
Mar 3 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 3 0 57
Nov 4 0 46
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 65%
Hillary Clinton 29%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 58, IL State House District 115, IL
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Schools

Waterloo Junior High School
<1 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Rogers Elem School
<1 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Career Center of Southern Illinois
12 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Skin Institute
17 miles, N
Southwestern Illinois College
17 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Red Bud Regional Hospital
12 miles, S • 4.1 star
Touchette Regional Hospital Inc
16 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Memorial Hospital
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Mercy Hospital Jefferson
17 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
83 miles, S • 1 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
107 miles, NE • 1 star
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