Monticello 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 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 6/10
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
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
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
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
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
6,126 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
36.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$92,947 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
92.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$194,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$593 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,009 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Piatt County
2
Champaign-Urbana Metro 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

Piatt County
1
Champaign-Urbana Metro Area
5
Illinois
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) 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 5 25
Feb 2 5 29
Mar 3 2 40
Apr 4 0 52
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 73
Sep 3 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 3 0 42
Dec 3 5 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Monticello Middle School
<1 miles, NW · 2.8star
Monticello High School
2 miles, NW · 3.7star
Washington School
2 miles, NW · 2.8star

Colleges

Parkland College
16 miles, E · 1.4star
Richland Community College
21 miles, W · 1.4star

Hospitals

Osf Heart of Mary Medical Center
18 miles, E · 3.2star
The Carle Foundation Hospital
19 miles, E · 3.2star

Airports