Greenup Township, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
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
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
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
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
2,370 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
16.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$56,750 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$97,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$425 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cumberland County
1
Effingham 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

Cumberland County
1
Effingham Urban Area
3
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) 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 4 27
Feb 2 3 32
Mar 3 1 42
Apr 4 0 54
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 3 0 75
Sep 3 0 67
Oct 4 0 55
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 3 3 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Cumberland Middle School
3 miles, NW · 1.4star
Cumberland High School
3 miles, NW · 2.3star
Cumberland Elem School
3 miles, NW · 1.9star
Monroe Elem School
10 miles, E · 1.9star

Colleges

Eastern Illinois University
17 miles, N · 2.3star
Lake Land College
18 miles, N · 1.4star
Lincoln Trail College
28 miles, SE · 1.4star
Olney Central College
34 miles, S · 1.4star

Hospitals

Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
19 miles, N · 3.2star
St Anthonys Memorial Hospital
23 miles, W · 3.2star
Crawford Memorial Hospital
26 miles, SE · 4.1star
Richland Memorial Hospital
34 miles, S · 3.2star

Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
89 miles, S · 1.4star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
92 miles, NW · 1star