Elwood 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 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
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
1,361 332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$51,793 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
35 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$76,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$567 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
66.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Vermilion County
7
Danville Urban Area
7
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Vermilion County
6
Danville Urban Area
6
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 36% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) 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 2 6 25
Feb 2 4 29
Mar 3 2 39
Apr 4 0 51
May 4 0 62
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 3 0 72
Sep 3 0 65
Oct 3 0 53
Nov 4 1 42
Dec 3 4 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Pine Crest Elementary School
4 miles, NE · 1star
Mary Miller Junior High School
4 miles, N · 1.4star
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Colleges

Danville Area Community College
15 miles, NE · 1.4star
Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College
29 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Osf Sacred Heart Medical Center
16 miles, N · 2.3star
Paris Community Hospital
21 miles, SW · 4.1star
Union Hospital Clinton
22 miles, S · 3.2star
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Airports

Indianapolis International Airport
72 miles, SE · 3.2star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
109 miles, W · 1star
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