Wheatland Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 3/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 9/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
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
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
89,294 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
85.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
67.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$167,127 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$468,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,308 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,978 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
89.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Will County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin 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

Will County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 22
Feb 2 7 26
Mar 2 3 37
Apr 4 0 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 8 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 35%
Hillary Clinton 59%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 14, IL State Senate District 21, IL State House District 41, IL
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Schools

V Blanche Graham Elementary
<1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Oliver Julian Kendall Elem School
<1 miles, NE • 4.6 star
Freedom Elem School
<1 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Scullen Middle School
1 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

North Central College
7 miles, NE • 2.8 star
Lewis University
8 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Benedictine University
9 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Copley Memorial Hospital
5 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Edward Hospital
6 miles, NE • 5 star
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Airports

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