Bedford Township, IL
Livability
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Bikeability
2/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
3/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
4/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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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
1,090
332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.5 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.5%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.6%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,195
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.1%
88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.8%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$108,800
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$510
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$426
$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
Wayne County
1
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
Wayne County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 23% of residents leaning left and 73% leaning right.
Liberal (23%) (74%) ConservativeClimate
Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 3 | 29 |
| Feb | 3 | 3 | 34 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 43 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 74 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 3 | 3 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Schools
Cisne High School
<1 miles, W
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Cisne Middle School
1 miles, W
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Geff Elem School
6 miles, S
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Johnsonville Elem School
6 miles, NW
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Colleges
Frontier Community College
10 miles, S
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Olney Central College
23 miles, E
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Wabash Valley College
35 miles, SE
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Rend Lake College
38 miles, W
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Hospitals
Fairfield Memorial Hospital 1
10 miles, S
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Clay County Hospital
11 miles, N
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Richland Memorial Hospital
23 miles, E
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Salem Township Hospital
30 miles, NW
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Airports
Evansville Regional Airport
58 miles, SE
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Scott Airforce Base-Midamerica Airport
77 miles, NW
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Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport
87 miles, SE
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Barkley Regional Airport
103 miles, SW
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