Greenwood 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 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
14,377 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$95,923 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$238,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$820 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,044 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

McHenry County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin 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

McHenry County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 43% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (53%) 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 22
Feb 2 8 25
Mar 2 4 35
Apr 3 1 47
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 67
Jul 4 0 72
Aug 4 0 71
Sep 3 0 63
Oct 3 0 51
Nov 3 1 39
Dec 2 10 26

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Greenwood Elem School
2 miles, NE · 2.3star
Woodstock North High School
2 miles, SW · 3.2star
Northwood Middle School
3 miles, SW · 1.4star
Mary Endres Elementary School
3 miles, SW · 2.3star
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Colleges

McHenry County College
8 miles, S · 1.9star
Cosmetology & Spa Academy
10 miles, S · 1star
First Institute of Travel Inc
11 miles, S · 1.4star
College of Lake County
20 miles, SE · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Mercy Harvard Hospital
11 miles, NW · 3.2star
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
17 miles, S · 4.1star
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Airports

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