Elkville, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
781 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
58.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
8.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,600 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
82.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
9.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$442 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$503 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
5
Carbondale Urban Area
5
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Jackson County
6
Carbondale Urban Area
6
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 53% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (53%) Conservative

Climate

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 32
Feb 3 3 36
Mar 4 1 45
Apr 4 0 56
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 3 0 76
Sep 3 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 4 0 45
Dec 4 3 35

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Elverado High School
<1 miles, S · 2.3star
Christian Fellowship School
4 miles, NE · 5star
Elverado Intermediate School
6 miles, W · 1.4star
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Colleges

John A Logan College
14 miles, S · 1.4star
Rend Lake College
23 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Marshall Browning Hospital
8 miles, NE · 2.3star
St Joseph Memorial Hospital
11 miles, SW · 3.2star
Memorial Hospital of Carbondale
13 miles, S · 2.3star
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Airports

Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
51 miles, SW · 1star
Barkley Regional Airport
64 miles, S · 1star
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