Grant Park, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
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
1,547 332.4M (US)
Median Age
33.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
12.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$72,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$205,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$688 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$836 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
67.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

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

Liberal (38%) (59%) 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 2 8 23
Feb 2 5 27
Mar 2 2 37
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 60
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 5 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 2 0 64
Oct 2 0 52
Nov 2 1 40
Dec 2 5 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Grant Park Elem School
<1 miles, W · 3.2star
Grant Park High School
<1 miles, NW · 3.2star
Momence High School
6 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Colleges

Paul Mitchell the School-Bradley
12 miles, W · 1.4star
Olivet Nazarene University
14 miles, W · 1.9star
Governors State University
15 miles, N · 1.9star
Kankakee Community College
15 miles, W · 1.4star
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Hospitals

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

South Bend International Airport
76 miles, E · 1.4star
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