Watseka, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
4,630 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
49.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$42,794 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
19 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$104,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$482 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$606 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
56.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Iroquois County
2
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

Iroquois County
3
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 6 24
Feb 2 5 28
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 3 1 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 71
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 3 5 28

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 25% of residents leaning left and 70% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (71%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 17%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, IL State Senate District 53, IL State House District 106, IL
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Schools

Glenn Raymond Middle School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
Wanda Kendall Elem School
<1 miles, S • 1.9 star
Watseka Comm High School
<1 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Kankakee Community College
23 miles, N • 1.4 star
Olivet Nazarene University
27 miles, N • 1.9 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley
28 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Iroquois Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Presence St Marys Hospital
25 miles, N • 4.1 star
Riverside Medical Center
25 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

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