Dakota, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
625 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
75.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
17.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,063 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
26 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
24.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$115,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$478 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$483 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Stephenson County
2
Freeport Urban Area
2
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Stephenson County
4
Freeport Urban Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 38% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (38%) (58%) Conservative

Climate

Hot-summer continental climate. Strong seasonal temperature contrasts with hot summers and cold snowy winters. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 19
Feb 1 7 23
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 4 1 47
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 2 0 50
Nov 2 2 37
Dec 2 10 23

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Dakota Jr Sr High School
<1 miles, W · 1.9star
Dakota Elementary School
<1 miles, SW · 1.9star
Taylor Park Elem School
7 miles, SW · 1.4star
RAP Freeport
8 miles, SW
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Colleges

Highland Community College
10 miles, W · 1.4star
Beloit College
27 miles, E · 2.3star
Rockford University
27 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Hospitals

Fhn Memorial Hospital
8 miles, SW · 4.1star
The Monroe Clinic
16 miles, N · 5star
Swedish American Hospital
25 miles, SE · 3.2star
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Airports

Dubuque Regional Airport
60 miles, NW · 1star
Quad City International Airport
82 miles, SW · 1.4star
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