Yellowhead Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 8/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
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
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
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
2,572 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,600 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$231,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$753 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$853 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Kankakee County
4
Kankakee 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

Kankakee County
4
Kankakee Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 8 23
Feb 2 6 27
Mar 3 3 37
Apr 4 1 50
May 4 0 61
Jun 4 0 70
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 3 1 41
Dec 2 6 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 69%
Hillary Clinton 26%
Other 5%

Schools

Grant Park High School
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Grant Park Elem School
3 miles, W 3.2 star
Beecher Elem School
6 miles, N 2.8 star
Beecher High School
6 miles, N 2.8 star

Colleges

Governors State University
14 miles, N 1.9 star
Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley
15 miles, W 1.4 star
Olivet Nazarene University
17 miles, W 1.9 star

Hospitals

Franciscan Health Crown Point
15 miles, E 4.1 star
Franciscan Health Dyer
16 miles, NE 3.2 star
Presence St Marys Hospital
18 miles, W 4.1 star
Riverside Medical Center
18 miles, W 3.2 star

Airports

South Bend International Airport
73 miles, E 1.4 star